The PJLA Podcast

The New ISO/IEC 17024 and the Future of Competence Certification of Persons

Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation, Inc. (PJLA) is pleased to launch a new free 1-hour webinar providing an official, concise, and authoritative update on the forthcoming ISO/IEC 17024:2026 (3rd Edition) – Conformity assessment – General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons- now entering publication following FDIS approval.

What You Will Learn:

1.ISO/IEC 17024:2026 Certification of Persons Competence vs Qualification Certification Models

2. What’s New in the 2026 Edition Key structural and clause-level changes New terminology, clarified definitions, and updated competence principles Strengthened requirements for impartiality, governance, and decision-making Enhanced requirements for examination development, psychometrics and scheme validation Updates related to remote assessments and digital certification workflows Revised alignment with the latest ISO/IEC 17000 series

3. Transition Considerations Implications for Certification and Accreditation Bodies How to prepare scheme owners and exam developers

Who Should Attend

Personnel Certification Bodies (PCBs) Accreditation Body assessors and technical experts

Scheme owners and exam developers HR, competence development, and credentialing professionals

Academic and training organizations

Consultants working in personnel certification or conformity assessment

 

Presented By: Dr. George Anastasopoulos Technical and International Business Development Manager of PJLA

Behind the CE Mark: The Hidden Mechanics of EU Notification

Understanding EU Notification and CE Marking is critical for laboratories, inspection bodies, certification bodies, manufacturers, and regulatory professionals.

This focused 1-hour webinar provides a clear, practical explanation of how notification works, how it relates to CE marking, and what organizations inside and outside the EU must do to navigate the system correctly, without myths, assumptions, or costly mistakes.

 

Presented By: Dr. George Anastasopoulos Technical and International Business Development Manager of PJLA

What You Will Learn

• What notification really means in the EU regulatory framework
• How notification and CE marking are legally connected
• Who can become a Notified Body and who cannot
• The role of accreditation bodies vs. notifying authorities
• Pathways for non-EU organizations and international branches
• Common misconceptions and real-world pitfalls

How to Be Audited: Turn Your Next Accreditation Assessment into a Positive Experience!

Most professionals spend years learning how to audit, yet almost no one is ever trained on how to be audited. And that’s exactly why even experienced, well-prepared organizations still feel stress, uncertainty, or discomfort the moment an assessor arrives. After decades of accreditation work across the globe, I’ve seen the same pattern again and again. So let’s change that.

This high-impact webinar is designed to help auditees:

• Replace anxiety with confidence
• Communicate with assessors clearly and transparently
• Understand what assessors really look for
• Turn the assessment into a constructive, collaborative process
• This is not a theoretical lecture, it's practical guidance based on real-world experience. You will walk away equipped with simple techniques, mindset shifts, and do’s & don’ts that make the entire audit process smoother, easier, and far more productive. If you want your next accreditation assessment to feel organized, calm, and under control, this webinar is for you.

Mastering Process-Based Auditing in Conformity Assessment Systems

From Compliance to Confidence: Mastering Process-Based Auditing in Conformity Assessment Systems

Recorded Webinar | Presented by Dr. George Anastasopoulos, Technical & International Business Development Manager, PJLA

Auditing has changed—and so have the expectations. In today’s conformity assessment landscape, traditional record-checking isn’t enough. Modern standards require a process-based approach that connects performance, risks, and continual improvement to deliver real value.

In this recorded webinar, Dr. George Anastasopoulos breaks down what it truly means to conduct effective, process-based audits across the entire conformity assessment spectrum—including testing, inspection, certification, and accreditation. Through practical examples and sector-specific insights, you’ll learn how to move beyond simple compliance to evaluate process interaction, effectiveness, efficiency, and improvement.

What You’ll Learn:

- The key differences between traditional and process-based auditing

- How PDCA and risk-based thinking shape modern auditing practices

- How process-based auditing applies across ISO/IEC 17000-series standards

- How to follow the “process trail” from inputs to outputs

- How auditors can shift from compliance checkers to value-adding evaluators

- Tools and techniques for designing and conducting audits that matter

Accredited and Adaptive: Unlocking the Power of Flexible Scopes

Flexible scopes of accreditation are transforming how laboratories, inspection bodies, and certification bodies operate. They empower accredited organizations to respond quickly to client needs, drive innovation, and reduce administrative delays—all while maintaining competence, validation, and control.

In this webinar, PJLA breaks down what flexible scopes are, how they work, and how to implement them effectively without compromising compliance.

Topics covered include:

✅ What flexible scopes are and how they differ from fixed scopes

✅ Key benefits and opportunities for Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs)

✅ PJLA’s Flex Codes (F0–F5) and their practical application

✅ Implementation examples for laboratories, inspection, and certification bodies

✅ Real-world case studies across testing, calibration, medical, and RMPs

✅ Risks, mitigation measures, and what Accreditation Bodies look for

Whether you are a quality manager, technical manager, assessor, or part of an accredited organization, this session will help you understand how flexibility can enhance agility, competitiveness, and integrity within your accreditation framework.

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Competence vs. Qualification: What Really Matters in Personnel Certification?

Competence vs. Qualification: What Really Matters in Personnel Certification?

Join Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation, Inc. (PJLA) and Dr. George Anastasopoulos for a free webinar exploring the difference between competence and qualification in personnel certification.

Learn how international standards such as ISO/IEC 17024, ISO 19011, and ASTM E2659 define competence, why it’s more important than academic credentials alone, and what makes certification programs credible and effective.

This session is ideal for:

✔ Certification bodies

✔ HR managers

✔ Training providers

✔ Professionals seeking certification

 

 Presented by: Dr. George Anastasopoulos, Technical & International Business Development Manager, PJLA

 

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Understanding the Conformity Assessment Ecosystem – ILAC, IAF, APAC/EA, ABs & CABs Explained | PJLA

Unlock the mystery behind the global conformity assessment ecosystem in this insightful webinar hosted by Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation, Inc. (PJLA).

🌐 Discover how international bodies like ILAC and IAF, regional cooperations such as APAC/EA, and national Accreditation Bodies (ABs) work together to ensure trust, impartiality, and competence in testing, inspection, and certification services.

Whether you're in a laboratory, regulatory agency, inspection body, or certification organization, this webinar will help you:

- Understand the accreditation infrastructure that supports global trade and regulatory compliance - Learn the roles of CABs (Conformity Assessment Bodies) and how they fit into the system

- See how mutual recognition agreements (MRAs/MLAs) make certificates accepted worldwide

- Explore real-world examples that connect policy to practice

 

Presented by: Dr. George Anastasopoulos Technical & International Business Development Manager, PJLA

 

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ISO/IEC 17025 Findings Every Lab Should Know | PJLA

Are you ready for your next ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation assessment? In this recorded PJLA webinar, discover the most common nonconformities and findings identified during testing and calibration lab audits—and how to avoid them.

This session provides a detailed breakdown of frequent issues found during ISO/IEC 17025 assessments, including: - Documentation gaps

- Technical competence issues

- Management system shortcomings

You’ll gain practical tips for:

✅ Identifying root causes

✅ Implementing effective corrective actions

✅ Strengthening audit readiness

✅ Maintaining ongoing ISO/IEC 17025 compliance

 

Dr. George Anastasopoulos shares real-world examples, expert insights, and actionable strategies to help laboratory managers, quality professionals, and internal auditors improve their systems and stay accredited.

 

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Inspection vs. Product Certification: A Selection Guide

This video is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the key distinctions, processes, and importance of inspection and certification in the context of product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This course will explore both concepts, helping participants understand when each is required, how they impact product development and evaluation, and the best practices for achieving compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

 

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Risk Management for Conformity Assessment Bodies

This online course provides an introduction to risk management principles tailored to conformity assessment bodies (CABs). The course covers key concepts of risk management, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring, aligned with international standards and best practices. Participants will explore practical approaches to integrating risk management into their organizational processes to ensure compliance, enhance decision-making, and maintain the integrity of certification, inspection, and testing activities.

Topics include risk assessment techniques, decision-making frameworks, and strategies for continuous improvement in conformity assessment processes.

 

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(248) 519-2603 | pjlabs@pjlabs.com

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