SPAB 2026: A Strategic Commitment to the Future of Standards

Accuris has announced SPAB 2026, its annual leadership forum for the global standards community, scheduled for February 2026. This year's event marks a strategic shift towards dynamic, machine-readable knowledge systems, guided by incoming Chair Joan O'Neil of the International Code Council (ICC). O'Neil's expertise in interoperability and AI integration is expected to drive discussions on building systems of trust within the standards ecosystem. The focus will be on constructing an interoperable future, enabling industrial intelligence and collaboration. O'Neil emphasises the growing importance of cross-linking codes and standards to provide context and traceability, exemplified by the ICC's integration of video testimony into code sections. SPAB 2026 aims to foster partnerships and accelerate collaboration across the standards community, promoting continuous knowledge sharing and co-creation, with emphasis on streamlining distribution, improving accuracy, and strategic enablement through interoperability. Read More