From small family-run companies to tech giants, the business world is changing at an unrelenting pace. Amid a constantly evolving economic landscape and sometimes dizzying technological advances, one thing remains constant: the need to maintain the highest level of quality which endures over time. Whether manufacturing a product, carrying out…
You can’t avoid climate change, that much is certain. Its impacts are already being felt around the world in a variety of ways, from extreme weather events to threats to our water and food security. While some changes can be attributed to natural phenomena (volcanic eruptions, solar radiation, tectonic shifts…),…
As the business world continues to navigate uncharted waters, companies and organizations of every size face unprecedented pressure. To thrive, they must consistently deliver exceptional quality and customer experience. That means striking a delicate balance: delivering excellence alongside the pursuit of operational efficiency. To do this, they must be able…
A subcategory of artificial intelligence, neural networks are AI models with vast and groundbreaking potential. From powering search engines and voice recognition on our smartphones to predicting diseases from medical imaging, neural networks have proven to be incredibly versatile and powerful tools already, but that is nothing compared to what…
While not always obvious, artificial intelligence has been a fixture of day-to-day life for millions of people for years. Virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa are prime examples of how AI can support humans in a variety of ways – if only by making things more convenient. Yet when generative AI…
From the development of self-driving cars to the growth of generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Bard, artificial intelligence (AI) is the cornerstone of our everyday lives. So what is AI? Take for instance AI-powered virtual assistants that respond to voice commands and perform tasks based on user input.…
Net zero is our strongest tool yet against the climate crisis. The transition to net-zero emissions presents a compelling solution that offers not only environmental benefits but also economic, social, and health advantages. Failing to act swiftly and decisively risks catastrophic climate change, including extreme weather events, sea-level rise, biodiversity…
Healthcare administrators today find themselves at the forefront of a demanding and transformative field, where the pursuit of excellence in patient care is non-negotiable. In a health industry landscape facing evolving regulations, escalating costs, and an increasing emphasis on patient outcomes, the need for effective healthcare quality management has never…
Dispelling the fear and embracing the potential of artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere – and that’s something to be marvelled at. AI is powering everything from advanced web searches to social media recommendations and video game design. But it could do infinitely more. AI has the potential to…
Promising standards talent from Tanzania wins the 2023 Next Generation Award. From apprentices taking their first steps on the career ladder to future leaders in standardization, the very best of young international talent from across the world is celebrated through the Next Generation Award. This year’s rising star is Tanzania’s…
