A selection of center-page spreads from ISO Focus+, the magazine of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), filled with colorful graphic art conveying the benefits of international standards, provides the theme for the ISO 2012 calendar. Topics covered include motor vehicle safety, standards in everyday life, energy, accessibility of buildings, the economic benefits of standards, social responsibility, and space exploration.

In the introduction to the calendar, the theme is expressed: "All year round, in every region of the globe, ISO standards are in action. They help at work, in the home, and at play to ensure that important values are put into practice. Such values include quality, safety, efficiency, and environmental friendliness. Standards help to achieve these values while using fewer resources and less effort. In turn, this can mean lower prices for customers.

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