This paper presents Method 5, which controls the Probability of False Acceptance using Specific Risk, and Method 6, the Managed Guard-Band Strategy by Michael Dobbert, using Global Risk. Choosing the right rule is essential for managing risk and improving measurement accuracy, with examples illustrating how these rules can reduce costs.
Auditors play a central role in certifying compliance with this standard. However, as environmental priorities evolve and technological tools advance, the competencies required of the EMS auditors are also undergoing significant transformation.
After three years and many meetings, ISO 10012: 2025 Measurement Management Systems has reached the status of Final Draft International Standard, also referred to as FDIS.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) - a joint initiative of World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) - have announced a landmark partnership to harmonize their existing portfolios of greenhouse gas (GHG) standards and to co-develop new standards for GHG emissions accounting and reporting.
Andy Nichols is a managing partner of Quality Nation Incorporated with more than 40 years of experience in quality. He's been involved in implementing quality management systems since 1985 and has experience with many quality standards, including ISO 9001.
As high-performance industries adopt additive manufacturing (AM), the demand for harmonized standards is growing. This drives organizations and regulatory bodies to develop consistent protocols, moving away from conflicting standards.
Dr. Johannes Vrana, author of “The World of NDE 4.0,” has more than 20 years of data science experience and more than 15 years of experience with sensor technology. He is a doctorate in the field of NDT and he's also an ASNT level three.
The latest Rules 6th Edition changes represent the most significant enhancement to the IATF certification scheme in nearly a decade. As the industry prepares for the next revision of the IATF 16949 standard, the upgrades appear to be laying a foundation for future requirements in digitalization and sustainability.