The dangerously old new features of ISO 9001:2026
20.01.2026 18:27
ISO 9001:2026 – what looks familiar may become a liability risk.
The revision of ISO 9001:2026 is often described as “technical” or “minor”.
From a governance, risk and compliance (GRC) perspective, this assumption is dangerous.
This article explains:
▪️ why quality management systems without integrated GRC create a false sense of security
▪️ which “old” and new requirements may trigger personal and organizational liability
▪️ why ISO standards must never be interpreted in isolation from mandatory legal obligations
ISO 9001 is no longer just about quality – it is about management responsibility and liability.
Highly recommended for executives, QM officers, auditors and certification bodies.