While nobody likes it when their organization receives a nonconformance, they are an inevitable part of operating an organization, especially one accredited to ISO/IEC 17025. However, nonconformances can show up in our day-to-day lives, too, like when mistakes are made and things happen outside of
Scope Expansion Guidance for A2LA Accredited DOD ELAP and DOECAP – AP Participant Laboratories
Request Scope Expansions Online Via the TouchStone Customer Portal A2LA has made it easier for accredited DOD ELAP and DOECAP-AP participant laboratories to request scope expansions. Simply log in to the TouchStone Customer Portal and click the “Scope Expansion Request” tab. As you complete the
Testing for Mycotoxins in the Cannabis Industry
The cannabis industry has quickly evolved over the last decade or so, with cannabis use increasing for both medical patients and recreational users across the country. However, the world of cannabis testing is also quickly evolving to keep pace with new products, changing regulations, and consumer
Accreditation Stories: ACT LAB
ACT LAB is one of the largest multi-state cannabis and hemp testing laboratories in the United States and provides services for licensed cultivators and processors. They are currently licensed in six states, including Illinois, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida, with plans to
Keeping Consumers Safe Through CPSC Accreditation Requirements
Accreditation is the process in which organizations are formally recognized based on their compliance to international standards, such as ISO/IEC 17025. Accreditation from an established accrediting body, such as A2LA, ensures an organization’s competency and promotes high quality service and
The A2LA Annual Conference 2026: Early Registration, Networking, and More!
Get Ready for A2LA’s Premier Event of the Year — AnnCon26! This highly anticipated annual gathering brings together the best minds in accreditation, conformity assessment, laboratory science, and quality management. Join industry leaders, innovators, and peers as we shape the future of
ISO 20387 vs ISO 15189: Which one does my organization need?
In August of 2018, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) released the first standard specific to biobanks, ISO 20387. Because medical laboratories and biobanks have many functions in common, there are areas of overlap between this standard and ISO 15189:2022 for medical
Looking at Risk Through Different Lenses
The current landscape of international ISO/IEC requirements is shifting to allow organizations to take a more flexible approach on areas of standards that were once more prescriptive. With these changes on the forefront, the topic on most everyone’s mind is risk. The term “risk” is a bit more