Managing Work Stress During the Busy Holiday Season
89% of US adults say that concerns such as not having enough money, missing loved ones and anticipating family conflict cause them stress during the…
INCITS/ISO/IEC 22989:2022 (2023)— Artificial Intelligence Terminology
Standard Artificial Intelligence (AI) terminology is vital for clear and consistent communication across the global AI ecosystem, including researchers, developers, policymakers, and the public. Standardization reduces…
ISO 45003:2021—Psychological Health and Safety at Work
Unfortunately, 84% of workers experience mental health challenges due to work. Workplaces fostering psychological health and safety, however, see higher engagement and productivity (e.g., 76%…
Who Develops Standards If It Is Not ANSI?
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) does not develop standards that have ANSI in the title. These standards, designated American National Standards (ANSs), range from…
World Accreditation Day 2025: Small and Medium Enterprises
This year’s World Accreditation Day theme, “Accreditation: Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs),” focuses on how SMEs are essential to the global economy, driving innovation,…
How Are ISO Standards Involved in Global Trade?
The world is deeply interconnected through global flows of goods, services, capital, people, data, and ideas, with every region relying on other regions for at least…
NSF 39.1-2019: Professional Services Sustainability
Sustainability is increasingly important for professional service jobs as clients and stakeholders prioritize environmental and social responsibility, leading to increased opportunities and a growing demand for…
The Value of ISO Standards for Insurance Companies
The insurance industry operates within a complex landscape of risk assessment, financial security, and customer trust. To establish a competitive advantage and deliver exceptional insurance…
The Future of Jobs: How AI is Reshaping Work as We Know It
Artificial intelligence (AI) is predicted to affect almost 40% of jobs around the world, replacing some and complementing others. Consequently, we need a careful balance…