Standards orgs

Standards organizations are groups that develop and maintain agreed-upon rules and guidelines for products, services, and processes. These standards ensure quality, safety, compatibility, and efficiency across industries. By setting common benchmarks, they help different companies and technologies work together smoothly, facilitating innovation and consumer trust. Examples include ISO, which covers international standards, and ANSI, which coordinates U.S. standards. They don’t enforce laws but provide frameworks that businesses follow voluntarily or incorporate into regulations, ensuring consistency and reliability in the marketplace.