Is there internal reluctance for executives to tackle digital subjects and to carry on with it within their company? As seen from the side of the business manager, IT, digitalizing means always more costs of protection and budget, but let us recognize that the counterpart of digitization means more turnover,…
Tomorrow’s metrology is the science of measurement for the digital economy. Digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data and machine learning are increasingly important to the manufacturing industry. Just imagine the implications on metrology – the science of measurement. “Metrology in the Digital Era” is the theme of this…
ISO is harmonizing the world’s many metrics, indicators and standards for biodiversity, to give life on Earth a boost. Two years ago, ISO convened a group of international experts to develop standards on biodiversity. According to Caroline Lhuillery from the French national standards body AFNOR and the manager for the…
ISO has put together a group of world experts to apply smart tech to the challenges of sustainably feeding a growing planet. Most of us agree that humankind is facing serious problems. And while the increasing pace of life may have contributed to those problems, technology is also providing us…
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on our emotional and mental health. Yet while the impact has been devastating, it has also stimulated positive change in the world of work. As the COVID-19 crisis grinds on, the forecast for the world’s economy is looking bleak indeed. In its World…
Cyber-attacks are costly, disruptive and a growing threat to business, governments, and society alike. Happily, an arsenal of standards helps stay ahead of the game. Cybercrime is on the rise. And as we move deeper into the digital age, the era of the so-called Fourth Industrial Revolution, it is also…
The coming of Covid-19 two years ago presented a severe and increasingly complicated challenge that confronted the survival of most businesses. The urgency and relevance of business continuity management (BCM) to alleviate potential risks, quicken recovery, and provision of customer needs became very relevant and important for any company despite…
As we celebrate International Girls in ICT Day (28 April), we look at how access to STEM education empowers the next generation of women. Scientific careers of any kind are becoming ever more accessible in the 21st century and the future looks promising and bright for aspiring girls and young…
Earth Day can galvanize unparalleled collaboration for protecting future generations by building a zero-carbon future. Climate change and biodiversity loss are intricately linked. Today, around a million animal and plant species are threatened with extinction – more, and at a faster rate, than ever before in human history. Nature and…
As the world becomes more and more unpredictable, the frequency and severity of disruptions, be them natural or human-caused, increases drastically. Considering these circumstances, it is essential for organizations to ensure the continuity of their business operations and processes. The importance of business continuity and resiliency has increased the demand…
