ISO 37303:2025

Compliance management systems — Guidance for competence management Published (Edition 1, 2025)

What is ISO 37303?

ISO 37303 provides guidance on how to determine and develop the necessary competencies to support an effective compliance management system. It helps organizations build and maintain a workforce with the right knowledge, skills, and experience to meet compliance obligations and foster a strong compliance culture.

Why is ISO 37303 important?

Competence is essential to a functioning and reliable compliance management system. ISO 37303 supports organizations in identifying the right competencies across internal roles and third parties, ensuring that compliance isn’t just about rules—but about people who understand, implement and sustain them effectively.