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As artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday business operations, many organizations are looking for clarity on AI governance and compliance.

The testing inspection certification market size is expected to grow from USD 263.40 billion in 2025 to USD 275.56 billion in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 345.39 billion by 2031 at 4.62% CAGR over 2026-2031

The Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry is one of the most vital — yet least understood — sectors powering global trade, public safety, and product innovation. For companies operating in highly regulated markets, TIC services ensure compliance, quality, and trust. But while the industry is growing fast, recruiting the right talent within TIC remains a challenge.

The Accreditation Scheme for Conformity Assessment (ASCA) Program is a voluntary program that was launched in 2020 by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to improve the reliability, consistency, and regulatory confidence in medical device testing performed to FDA-recognized consensus standards.

1 January 2026 – A new, single international accreditation organisation, Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, has been established to bring together the work of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF). Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated has commenced full operations as of 1 January 2026, including the launch of its own […]