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Standards Pavilion Advances Climate ActionElevates the role of standards at COP29
Wed, 12/11/2024 - 23:58
(ISO: Geneva) -- As COP29, the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference, drew to a close on Nov. 22, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Standards Pavilion, led by ISO, IEC, and ULSE, alongside eight other standards organizations, hailed significant…
What Is Access Control?Remote and hybrid work models are driving new security demands
Tue, 12/10/2024 - 12:03
A customer calls asking for details about how they are registered in your company’s database so they can make sure their information is updated. You get a phone call from a business partner who needs to contact your colleague and asks you to check…
The Power of Quality Management SoftwareUnlocking operational excellence
Tue, 12/03/2024 - 12:03
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…
The Time Is Now: International Standards Organizations Join ForcesHighlighting critical role of standards in accelerating climate action
Mon, 11/25/2024 - 12:00
(ISO: Geneva) -- The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) have come together for the first time at the dedicated Standards Pavilion at…
Solar Energy: Harnessing the Power of the SunIlluminating a path forward
Thu, 11/21/2024 - 12:03
The clock is ticking. Our planet is heating up, and with every passing day the stakes rise. Wildfires, floods, and storms are no longer distant headlines; they’re unfolding right on our doorstep. Humanity stands at a crucial turning point. But…
ISO 9001 Revision Moves ForwardWorking toward second committee draft, revised project timeline, and new publication date
Wed, 11/13/2024 - 23:59
(ISO: Geneva) -- Working Group 29 convened its seventh meeting, held remotely via Zoom on Sept. 26 and 27, 2024, to continue with the disposition of remaining comments received on the ISO 9001 committee draft. During the two days, 56 members took…
Identity Management: What You Need to KnowProfessionals view encryption as a critical security control
Tue, 10/22/2024 - 12:02
Modern-day security breaches, such as the SolarWinds or T-Mobile attacks, aren’t one-off events; they are prime examples of how someone can steal your organization’s credentials and use them to gain illegitimate privileged access to sensitive assets…
Healthcare CybersecurityDiagnosing risks, prescribing solutions
Wed, 10/09/2024 - 12:01
Cybersecurity has become increasingly critical in the digital age as organizations across all sectors face growing threats from cybercriminals. Imagine that hackers breached a small healthcare practice through “phishing”—sending a scam email and…
World-First International Guidelines to Fast-Track SDG SuccessEmpowering businesses and organizations to contribute to UNDP goals
Thu, 09/26/2024 - 12:02
ISO and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) have unveiled the world’s first international guidelines to help businesses and organizations expedite their contributions to the U.N.’s sustainable development goals (SDGs). New guidelines for…
What Is Change Management? A Quick GuideA good change management process is vital for information security
Tue, 09/03/2024 - 12:02
In a world where change is the only constant, organizations can no longer afford to be complacent. Keeping up with the pace of technological change is tough, and all business leaders must learn to adapt. It’s no longer enough to react to disruption…