What format is the comparative analysis delivered in?

The comparative analysis is a 30-page PDF that you can download immediately after purchase.

Does this cover all clauses of ISO 9001?

Yes, this comparative analysis provides a comprehensive clause-by-clause mapping from ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026, covering all sections of the standard.

Can I use this for training my team?

Absolutely. The comparative analysis is an excellent training resource for helping your team understand the changes in the 2026 revision and what needs to be updated in your QMS.

Is this suitable for organizations transitioning from 2015 to 2026?

Yes, this document is specifically designed for organizations transitioning from ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026, providing clear guidance on what has changed.

What is the difference between this Comparative Analysis and the free Change Guide?

The free Change Guide gives a high-level overview of the revision and the transition process. The Comparative Analysis is a detailed working reference that maps ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026 clause by clause.

Does this product include a copy of the ISO 9001 standard?

No. The Comparative Analysis is an independently developed transition resource and does not include or replace the official ISO 9001 standard. Obtain the official standard from ISO or an authorized national standards body.

Can this analysis be used as a gap-analysis checklist?

It's a comparison, not a fillable checklist — it shows you what changed so you can decide what needs review. For assigning owners and tracking the resulting transition actions, pair it with the ISO 9001:2026 QMS Transition Program.

ISO 9001:2026 vs 2015 Comparison & Clause Mapping

What's inside

What the Comparative Analysis Includes

30-page PDF reference document
Side-by-side mapping of every ISO 9001:2015 clause to its ISO 9001:2026 counterpart
New, revised, relocated, and removed content clearly identified
CBG's plain-language explanation of each change and its transition relevance
Coverage of all sections of ISO 9001
Immediate download after purchase
Single-organization use license

Who it's for

Who This Comparative Analysis Is For

Quality managers reviewing an existing ISO 9001:2015 QMS clause by clause before updating it
Internal auditors and trainers who need a precise reference for what changed, not just a summary
Consultants and organizations planning a structured ISO 9001:2015 → 2026 transition

What changed

ISO 9001:2015 vs. ISO 9001:2026 — a sample from the analysis

The full document walks all 91 clauses from the 2015 edition into the 2026 structure, making it easier to identify affected QMS documents, responsibilities, processes, and audit criteria. Below are 4 of those 91 entries, in the analysis's own format — clause numbers and CBG's own summaries, not the standard's text. Three of the four also appear in the downloadable PDF Preview.

Sample entries from the ISO 9001:2015 vs. ISO 9001:2026 clause-mapping analysis
ISO 9001:2015 clause	ISO 9001:2026 clause	Significance	Transition guideline
4.1 Understanding the Organization and Its Context	4.1 Understanding the Organization and Its Context	Important!	New express requirement to determine whether climate change is a relevant issue; the external-context factors list is expanded to include environmental/climate-related factors.
10.1 General / 10.3 Continual Improvement	10.1 Continual Improvement	Important!	Clause 10 is reduced from three sub-clauses to two — the 2015 “General” and “Continual improvement” sub-clauses are merged into a single new 10.1; 10.3 no longer exists as a separate sub-clause.
6.1 Actions to Address Risks and Opportunities	6.1.1 Determining Risks and Opportunities / 6.1.2 Actions Regarding Risks	Important!	Clause 6.1 is restructured from two sub-clauses into three — risk actions and opportunity actions are now addressed through separate, parallel sub-clauses instead of one combined clause.
— (no 2015 equivalent)	6.1.3 Actions Regarding Opportunities	NEW – 2026	A wholly new sub-clause: the organization must determine, analyse, and evaluate opportunities separately from risks, with its own action-planning and effectiveness-evaluation requirements.

Which one do I need

Comparative Analysis or Free Change Guide — Which One Do I Need?

Start with the free Change Guide if you need an overview of the revision. Choose the Comparative Analysis when you are ready to examine the standard clause by clause and determine how individual changes affect your existing QMS.

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Comparative Analysis

Best for detailed requirement review, document updating, training, and audit preparation. Side-by-side clause mapping covering the complete standard.

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Free ISO 9001:2026 Change Guide

Best for initial orientation and high-level transition planning. Major themes, significant changes, readiness questions, and transition steps.

How to use it

How to Use This Comparative Analysis During Your Transition

Begin by locating each requirement that applies to your QMS. Use the change classification and explanatory notes to identify affected policies, procedures, forms, responsibilities, and audit criteria. Record the resulting actions in your transition plan, then use the analysis when briefing process owners and internal auditors.

Compare each applicable 2015 requirement with its 2026 counterpart.
Identify new, revised, relocated, and removed requirements.
Determine which QMS documents and processes are affected.
Assign transition actions, owners, and completion dates.
Update internal-audit criteria and employee training materials.

Download the ISO 9001:2026 Comparative Analysis

Comparative Analysis — ISO 9001:2026 vs ISO 9001:2015

You will receive a 30-page PDF immediately after purchase, mapping every ISO 9001:2015 clause to its ISO 9001:2026 counterpart with side-by-side commentary on what's new, revised, relocated, or removed.

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This is an independently developed CBG reference document. It does not reproduce or replace the official ISO 9001 standard. ISO standards should be purchased from ISO or an authorized national standards body.

FAQ

What format is the comparative analysis delivered in?: The comparative analysis is a 30-page PDF that you can download immediately after purchase.
Does this cover all clauses of ISO 9001?: Yes, this comparative analysis provides a comprehensive clause-by-clause mapping from ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026, covering all sections of the standard.
Can I use this for training my team?: Absolutely. The comparative analysis is an excellent training resource for helping your team understand the changes in the 2026 revision and what needs to be updated in your QMS.
Is this suitable for organizations transitioning from 2015 to 2026?: Yes, this document is specifically designed for organizations transitioning from ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026, providing clear guidance on what has changed.
What is the difference between this Comparative Analysis and the free Change Guide?: The free Change Guide gives a high-level overview of the revision and the transition process. The Comparative Analysis is a detailed working reference that maps ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026 clause by clause.
Does this product include a copy of the ISO 9001 standard?: No. The Comparative Analysis is an independently developed transition resource and does not include or replace the official ISO 9001 standard. Obtain the official standard from ISO or an authorized national standards body.
Can this analysis be used as a gap-analysis checklist?: It's a comparison, not a fillable checklist — it shows you what changed so you can decide what needs review. For assigning owners and tracking the resulting transition actions, pair it with the ISO 9001:2026 QMS Transition Program.

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