TÜV AUSTRIA Hellas updates:
ISO 37001:2025 is the second edition of the international standard for Anti-Bribery Management Systems, published in February 2025. This standard provides requirements and guidelines for the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of a management system aimed at preventing, detecting and responding to bribery.
The main changes identified in the edition of ISO 37001:2025 compared to the previous edition (ISO 37001:2016):
- Greater emphasis is being placed on promoting an Anti-Bribery culture
- Greater emphasis is being placed on promoting a culture of integrity and ethics within the organization, recognizing the importance of leadership and engagement at all levels in fostering a zero-tolerance environment for bribery.
- Integrating climate action issues
- The new version includes requirements related to climate change, highlighting the importance of sustainability in shaping a strong culture of compliance.
- Managing conflicts of interest:
- New requirements are included in identifying, assess and manage conflicts of interest, ensuring that such situations do not affect the integrity of the organization.
- Role and responsibilities of the Anti-Bribery Function
- The roles and responsibilities of the anti-bribery function are clarified and strengthened, ensuring that it has the necessary independence, resources and powers to operate effectively.
- Compatibility with other ISO standards:
- The terminology and structure of the standard have been harmonized with other ISO standards, facilitating the integration of the anti-bribery management system with other management systems, such as ISO 37301 for compliance management systems.
It should be noted that further guidance is expected on the transition period for the mandatory application of the new version of the standard and the deadline for the validity of certificates with the previous version of the standard.
- Integrating climate action issues