Reference Library

ISO Standards Reference

Explore specialised ISO standards that address emerging areas of compliance — from AI governance and whistleblowing frameworks to risk management, water efficiency, IT service management, and security operations.

These pages provide detailed overviews of ISO standards that address emerging and specialised areas of management system certification. Each page covers the standard's scope, key requirements, benefits, and applicability — helping you determine which frameworks are relevant to your organisation's compliance and operational goals.

Risk Management

Risk Management Framework

ISO 31000

Provides principles, a framework, and a process for managing risk across any organisation regardless of size, activity, or sector. Helps integrate risk management into governance and decision-making.

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AI Governance

AI Management Systems

ISO/IEC 42001

The first international standard for artificial intelligence management systems. Establishes requirements for responsible AI development, deployment, and oversight within organisations.

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Governance & Ethics

Whistleblowing Management

ISO 37002

Guidelines for establishing, implementing, and maintaining an effective whistleblowing management system. Supports organisations in creating a culture of trust and transparency.

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Water Efficiency

Water Efficiency Management

ISO 46001

Provides requirements for water efficiency management systems, enabling organisations to reduce water consumption, optimise usage, and meet sustainability targets.

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IT Service Management

ITSM Guidance

ISO/IEC 20000-2

Guidance on the application of service management systems including best practices for planning, design, transition, delivery, and improvement of IT services.

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Security Operations

Security Operations Management

ISO 18788

Establishes requirements for a security operations management system (SOMS), helping private security companies and organisations manage security operations with accountability and respect for human rights.

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