Can I attend ISO 9001 Transition without an existing certification?

Yes. The course is open to any professional who wishes to bring their knowledge up to date with ISO 9001:2026. There are no mandatory formal prerequisites, but familiarity with the 2015 edition or practical experience in quality management is recommended.

What certification can I obtain through ISO 9001 Transition?

After passing the exam and meeting the applicable requirements, including the agreement and the Code of Ethics, you can obtain the Certified ISO 9001:2026 Transition credential, issued by Behaviour. This personnel certification is distinct from certification of the organisation’s system.

How do I update my Behaviour ISO 9001:2015 certification?

For eligible Behaviour ISO 9001 Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer certifications, the pathway includes Transition training, passing the exam and completing the applicable process, while retaining the certification level already held. See the Certification Transition Request for a New Edition.

Does Transition replace Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer?

No. Transition focuses on the changes between editions and on updating an existing QMS. Lead Auditor develops the skills to plan, conduct and lead audits; Lead Implementer explores the complete methodology for implementing, operating, maintaining and improving the system.

Does the transition require the entire Quality Management System to be implemented again?

No. The process starts by identifying what remains suitable and effective. Analysing the differences and their impact helps determine what should be retained, updated or strengthened, without unnecessarily reimplementing the system.

Does the training automatically update the organisation’s ISO 9001 certification?

No. Professional certification applies to the individual. The transition of QMS certification depends on implementing the requirements of the new edition and completing the process with the organisation’s certification body, in accordance with the applicable provisions.

Has ISO 9001:2026 already been published?

Not yet. On 3 August 2026, the forthcoming edition is at stage 60.00 — International Standard under publication. ISO identifies September 2026 as the expected publication date for edition 6.

What has already been confirmed about the changes?

The stabilised points include, among others, quality culture and ethical behaviour, a clearer distinction between risks and opportunities, stronger planning of changes to the QMS, the inclusion of essential terms in Clause 3 and an expanded Annex A. The edition also incorporates Amendment 1:2024 on climate change.

Can a training course include information from the drafts?

Yes, provided that the source and status of the information are clear. Behaviour distinguishes between the edition currently in force, the evolution of the drafts and the points to be confirmed after publication, updating the content once the official edition is released.

Should I wait for the new edition before starting training?

No. Training can consolidate the current foundations and prepare participants for updating, interpretation, implementation, risk management or auditing. After publication, participants confirm the final text and apply the relevant differences to their context.

Will organisations' ISO 9001:2015 certificates cease to be valid when the new edition is published?

Not immediately. A transition period is expected for certified organisations. Its duration and the applicable rules will be communicated through the formal transition framework.

Will Behaviour's ISO 9001:2015 professional certifications cease to be valid when the new edition is published?

No. They remain valid until the date shown on the relevant certificate. To update competence to the 2026 edition and meet the applicable renewal requirements, the holder should complete the ISO 9001 Transition (2015 → 2026) course, in accordance with the certification scheme for persons.

Training in 2027: new standards, regulation and competences to develop

Date: October 23, 2026 Author: Editor

Training in 2027_ New Standards and Skills

Training in 2027: new standards, regulation and competences to develop

What has changed in quality, auditing, privacy, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, and how to turn these changes into priorities for training in 2027.

⏱️ Estimated reading time: 9 minutes

Planning training in 2027 starts with a question: what has changed in the organisation’s standards and frameworks, risks and responsibilities?

ISO publications, ENISA’s threat landscape and European and national legislation help identify different needs. It is important to distinguish between published standards and frameworks, whose changes need to be analysed; applicable obligations, which require preparation for the responsibilities involved; and draft standards, which should be monitored without treating their requirements as final.

The aim is not to train everyone in the same topics, but to understand who needs to make decisions, implement, oversee or assess, and which competences they need.

ISO 9001:2026 published: what has changed and how to prepare for the transition

Date: September 21, 2026 Author: Editor

ISO 9001:2026 published: what has changed and how to prepare for the transition

Discover the changes and Behaviour’s training pathways to update your knowledge, prepare for audits and support the development of your Quality Management System.

⏱️ Estimated reading time: 5–6 minutes

The new edition of ISO 9001 was published on 16 September 2026. For organisations and quality professionals, this is the time to understand the changes and prepare to apply them within their Quality Management Systems.

ISO 9001:2026: what changes and how to prepare for the transition

Date: August 3, 2026 Author: Editor

ISO 9001:2026: what changes and how to prepare for the transition

⏱️ Estimated reading time: 10–11 minutes

In September, many organisations will start asking what has changed in ISO 9001:2026.

Others will reach publication with professionals who already understand the direction of the revision, recognise the most relevant themes and are prepared to assess the impact on the Quality Management System (QMS) and begin the transition. The difference is not having to start from scratch.