Reporting reviewed October 5, 2026. The death of a laboratory worker at Russia’s Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute has raised questions about a possible plague exposure—and brought renewed attention to laboratory safety training. For laboratory managers and quality professionals, the story is a reason to review how training, procedures, and accountability support everyday work. What happened […]
The release of ISO 9001:2026 introduces several important updates that internal auditors should understand. While the standard maintains its familiar framework, there is a greater emphasis on leadership, quality culture, ethical behavior, opportunities, organizational knowledge, and change management. As a result, auditors must look beyond documentation and evaluate how effectively the quality management system supports […]
ISO has officially released ISO 9001:2026, the first major update to the world’s leading quality management standard in more than a decade. The new version strengthens core principles while introducing clearer guidance on leadership, quality culture, risk and opportunity, and climate related considerations – all aimed at helping organizations stay resilient and competitive. More than […]
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