ISO 9001 in 2026: What’s Changing—and How AS9100 (IA9100), IATF 16949, NIST & CMMC Fit Together

The next few years mark a major convergence in quality and compliance standards. ISO 9001, the foundational global quality management system (QMS) standard, is being revised for 2026. In aerospace and defense, AS9100 is evolving into IA9100, aligning with ISO’s revisions, and incorporating tighter supply-chain and digital assurance practices.