The second edition of ISO 26262, published in 2018, raised industry expectations for achieving functional safety compliance. As automotive technology advances into autonomous and connected driving, e mobility and cybersecurity, many organizations face increased pressure to adapt their electronics development processes and meet these more stringent requirements.
At SGS, our experts help organizations to comply with international functional safety and cybersecurity standards, including ISO 26262, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 24089 and ISO PAS 8800, helping you strengthen safety performance and build customer trust.
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We are the global market leader in functional safety training, evaluation and certification services. As an accredited body with specialist teams and state-of-the-art facilities worldwide, we deliver a full range of services relating to ISO 26262, locally and internationally.
All functional safety and cybersecurity services are centrally coordinated through our Global Competence Center in Germany, ensuring consistency, depth of expertise and efficient delivery.
ISO 26262 is the international standard for functional safety in automotive electrical and electronic systems. Unlike other automotive standards, it focuses specifically on preventing malfunctions that could pose risks to drivers, passengers and other road users.
As the industry moves towards fully autonomous and connected driving, e-mobility and cybersecurity, further updates can be expected. Partnering with SGS ensures continuous access to the expertise you need, both now and in the future.
Our specialists support every aspect of automotive safety, from concept and system development to testing and certification. Our ISO 26262 services include:
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We are the world leader in automotive functional safety training, assessment, audit and certification services and are actively involved in shaping international standards. With our global network of industry experts and testing facilities, we help ensure your systems fully comply with ISO 26262 and related disciplines such as SOTIF (ISO 21448), cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434), software update engineering (ISO 24089) and artificial intelligence (ISO PAS 8800).
Our services apply across a wide range of sectors, including automotive, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, automation, machinery, the process industry, medical products, railways, software, robotics, agriculture and forestry, and reliability analysis.
Although industry specific, our services are designed to be industry independent, and our experts apply numerous international standards across all domains.
Yes. Our services are accredited according to a variety of international standards. SGS experts are experienced in applying these standards across different industries to help organisations meet compliance efficiently and confidently.
Yes. We act as an expert partner in consortiums and alliances, supporting organisations involved in functional safety and cybersecurity initiatives.
We actively contribute to the development of international and national standards. This includes involvement in ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434, ISO/PAS 8800, and German committees such as ISO TS 5083. Our participation helps shape the standards that guide the future of safety, cybersecurity and AI in the automotive and related industries.
