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Industrial automation is becoming more connected, more digital, and more dependent on accurate data. In modern industrial environments, machines, engineering systems, maintenance records, design documents, operational data, and asset information must work together in a clear and reliable way. This is where ISO 15926 becomes important. ISO 15926 is a standard used for the integration of life-cycle data in process plants and industrial facilities. In simple words, it helps diff

Introduction Procurement is no longer only about buying goods and services at the lowest possible price. Today, responsible purchasing is becoming an important part of good governance, quality management, environmental care, and long-term business success. Every purchasing decision can create an impact. It may affect the environment, workers, suppliers, customers, local communities, and future generations. ISO 20400 is an international guidance standard for sustainable procur

This week brought another strong reminder that quality management in the medical devices sector is not a side issue. It is the foundation of trust, consistency, and patient safety. Recent public regulatory developments in both Europe and the United States show that medical device quality systems are moving even closer to internationally aligned expectations, especially around ISO 13485:2016. A new publication of harmonised standards was issued in Europe on 7 April 2026, while

This week, discussions around ISO 9001 once again highlighted an important point: quality management is moving away from theory and toward practical, evidence-based application. Organizations across many sectors are no longer asking whether they should implement a Quality Management System. Instead, they are asking how to apply it in a way that is logical, realistic, and genuinely useful. From an inspection and audit perspective, this shift is a positive development. ISO 9001

Over the past few months, a clear shift has taken place across many industries. Companies are no longer questioning whether they need a Quality Management System (QMS). Instead, they are focusing on how to build one correctly from the very beginning. This week, many small and medium-sized enterprises, startups, training providers, service companies, and even NGOs have turned to independent inspection bodies for practical guidance rather than complex theoretical models. 1. Set

In the last few years, businesses all over the world have begun to move towards fields that are more specialised and technical. The global quality community had a big talk this week about how the demand for new and specialised ISO standards is growing. PINO Switzerland, a private and independent inspection body, sees this change as a key step in how businesses get ready for the future. Companies today want more than just basic compliance. They want standards that take into ac

In recent months, supply chains around the world have been under increasing pressure. Complex trade routes, new technologies, and higher security expectations have pushed many companies to review how they protect their goods, their people, and their operations. This week, one of the most discussed topics in the field of auditing and compliance is the renewed focus on ISO 28000 (Security Management Systems for Supply Chains) . As an independent inspection body focused on volun

PINO Switzerland , as a private and independent inspection body, always focuses on providing excellence in auditing and certification...

At PINO Switzerland, we believe in empowering organizations to adopt the highest standards in quality management. One of the most...

In today’s competitive business environment, quality is no longer just a differentiator; it is a fundamental expectation. Customers,...

At PINO Switzerland, we are dedicated to empowering organizations through independent and voluntary certification practices that help...

At PINO Switzerland, our role as an independent inspection body is to help organizations reach higher levels of quality, trust, and...

In today’s increasingly competitive and interconnected global economy, organizations of all sizes must ensure that their products and...

By PINO Switzerland, Professional International Norms Organization In a promising development for the medical device industry this week,...