International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

International Organization for Standardization is the largest developer of voluntary International Standards - a network of national standards bodies covering most countries in the world.

ISO's standards offer solutions and best practice for almost all types of technology and business. From food safety to computers, they impact all lives.

International Standards help companies and organizations to increase performance while protecting consumers and our planet. Developed through global consensus, they break down barriers to international trade.

Some well known standards include ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environment), ISO 50001 (energy efficiency) and ISO 26000 (social responsibility).