Aerial view of typical buildings of Barcelona cityscape from helicopter. top view, Eixample residencial famous urban grid
Societal changes shaping our future
In a changing world, standards need to keep up if they are to continue to meet the needs of society and support a more sustainable future. 
A rack of colourful and highly patterned second hand vintage clothes for sale on a London street.
Sustainability, Economy
The sharing economy creates a more sustainable world
New standard to facilitate the sector’s healthy growth.
A giant sand artwork adorns New Brighton Beach to highlight global warming and the forthcoming Cop26 global climate conference on May 31, 2021 in Wirral, Merseyside
COP26: International Standards key to a climate-friendly economy
Driving the climate agenda through an economy-wide approach.
Young Asian woman carrying a shopping basket grocery shopping in a supermarket, shopping for packaged fresh wholegrain bread in the bread aisle.
A uniform approach to the use of third-party marks of conformity
Requirements to ensure the stamps of approval are up to scratch.
contactless payment for underground ticket via smart phone
Society
QR codes for smarter transport
New standard just published for faster, more secure processing.
Society, Security
Keeping consumers and citizens safe and secure
Standards working to keep us safer in both virtual and physical spaces.
Close-up of sale price tag for beaded necklaces and other trinkets on a vendor’s stall at Camden Market, London.
Society, Economy
Engaging consumers in our global village
Connecting consumers with standards.
Close-up of woman holding a red bottle of washing detergent beside a well-stocked supermarket shelf.
Society
Something smells good
A standard for substantiating sensory claims on products just published.
Asian little girl eating a slice of watermelon at home.
Society, Security
Extra guidance on food safety
A new handbook to accompany ISO 22000 has just been published.
Portable e-book brought at the beach,
Economy
The standard for PDF is revised
Ensuring the world’s most popular document format is as relevant as ever.
Baby boy in a stroller stares with bright blue eyes into a snowy winter landscape.
Society
Keeping kids safe
A new International Standard for prams and pushchairs has just been published.
Close-up of hand putting bundles of hundred dollar bills in a briefcase.
Economy, Society
Fighting economic evil on International Anti-Corruption Day
ISO joins the battle with new standards in development.
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Economy
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Health
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Innovation
Rear view of woman using at turnstile at station.

Security
Society

Society
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