The world’s most widely adopted management system standards – ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 – are all in the process of being revised.
The world’s most widely adopted management system standards – ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 – are all in the process of being revised. While we don’t yet know the exact scope of the changes, what we do know is that all three are likely to transition within a similar timeframe and all three standards will be more closely aligned to the latest version of Annex SL, the ISO harmonised structure for Management System Standards. That makes now the right time to get informed, get organised and get ready.
What’s changing?
ISO 14001 is furthest along. The Draft International Standard (DIS) is due to be released in May 2025, and the final version is expected to be published in January 2026. Once that happens, a formal transition period will begin, giving certified organisations time to align their environmental management systems with the updated standard. Find out more about the proposed changes to ISO 14001 here.
ISO 9001 is following closely behind. Its DIS is due in June 2025, with full publication expected later in 2026. While the content of the revision is still being finalised, as the Committee Draft has been referred back to the Working Group, it’s clear that updates are coming that will require attention and planning. Find out more about the ISO 9001 update.
ISO 45001 is earlier in the process, with the next Working Group meeting scheduled for May 2025. A publication date hasn’t been confirmed, but it is likely to be in the second half of 2027. Find out more.
How LRQA is supporting your transition
We know that transitions can raise questions. That’s why we’ve launched the Transition Club – a dedicated hub where you can access everything you need to prepare confidently and stay ahead of the changes.
Through the Transition Club, you’ll find:
- Clear, expert-led insights on the latest updates
- Awareness briefings and transition training
- Gap analysis tools and advisory services
- Tailored support for integrated systems
- Early access to new resources as they’re released
Whether you’re working towards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 or all three, we’re here to help you navigate your transition with ease.
Expert support you can trust
“We understand that change can feel daunting, especially with ISO 9001 and 14001 expected to publish around the same time and ISO 45001 close behind. For certified organisations, the next three to four years are crucial, and that’s why we’ve created the Transition Club. Our goal is to give you the confidence and clarity you need, with support that’s friendly, expert and always on hand to help guide you through, wherever you are in your journey.”
Katerina Liana, Technical Product Manager, Core Products, LRQA
Learn from experts with LRQA training
As the Draft International Standards (DIS) for ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 are expected in May and June 2025 respectively, LRQA’s expert-led training is here to help you stay ahead. Our Awareness Briefing course provides a clear, early overview of the proposed updates, including what’s new, what’s clarified and what it could mean for your Quality and Environmental Management Systems. Our Transition Training offers a deeper understanding of the changes and how to apply them within your organisation, helping you build a practical transition plan that aligns with your team, systems and goals. Looking beyond transition, LRQA will continue to support your development with advanced training and tailored guidance once the final standards are published, enabling you to embed improvements and strengthen long-term performance. And with updates to ISO 45001 also on the horizon, we will make sure you are informed and ready for what comes next.
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