The Standards Show

Standards affect all of us every day, everywhere. By defining good practice, they help people and organizations do things better. For all sorts of things, from nanotechnology to Net Zero guidance. And these standards are made by standards-makers – tens of thousands of people from around the world - who get together to agree good practice to the way things are made and done. All helping to make lif...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for March 2026: Global guidance targets confusing online terms and conditions Celebrating World Consumer Rights Day Celebrating International Women’s Day New ISO Technical Committee on Children’s Rights Management BSI Standards Conference 2026 Have your say on remote and hybrid work settings Se...

AI is rapidly moving into mainstream use across industries, driving huge growth in computing, model development, and startup investment, while raising concerns around safety, bias, and regulation. Global AI summits have tracked this evolution, from Bletchley Park 2023 to Seoul and Paris, with the 2026 AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, India marking the first in the Global South, highlighting innovati...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for February 2026: BSI celebrates 125 years of raising standards 25 years of global standards cooperation New toy safety standard Protecting workers from climate risks using ISO/PAS 45007 10 Emmys and counting for multimedia standards Have your say on food waste management Series | Standards De...

Standards affect all of us every day, everywhere. By defining good practice, they help people and organizations do things better. For all sorts of things, from nanotechnology to Net Zero guidance. And these standards are made by standards-makers – tens of thousands of people from around the world - who get together to agree good practice to the way things are made and done. All helping to make lif...

In this episode of the series, Matthew and Cindy provide a 10-minute guide to PD ISO/PAS 45007 – Occupational health and safety management - risks arising from climate change and climate change action - guidance for organizations. Discover the 10 things you need to know. Series | Standards in 10 Minutes Find out more about the issues raised in this episode PD ISO/PAS 45007 Get involved with standa...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for December 2025 and January 2026: Seoul Statement sets course for trustworthy AI standards Standards as a tool for growth in World Development Report 2025 U.S. launches standards strategy to support innovation and trade ETSI launches Research and Innovation Awards BSI gains UKAS accreditation...

Standards affect all of us every day, everywhere. By defining good practice, they help people and organizations do things better. For all sorts of things, from nanotechnology to Net Zero guidance. And these standards are made by standards-makers – tens of thousands of people from around the world - who get together to agree good practice to the way things are made and done. All helping to make lif...

Personal protective equipment, or PPE, has faced challenges in fitting a diverse workforce – research shows that 36% of women in the UK and 45% of women globally are supplied PPE that doesn’t fit properly. Poorly fitting PPE isn’t just uncomfortable – in sectors like construction, healthcare, and policing, it can create serious safety risks, reduce job satisfaction, and even drive skilled workers...

Suicide affects every part of society, with around 6,000 deaths in the UK each year and one in four adults having contemplated it, leaving hundreds impacted by each loss. BS 30480 addresses this by providing the UK’s first workplace standard on suicide prevention, offering practical guidance to help organizations recognize risk, respond safely, and create supportive, stigma-free environments. In t...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for November 2025: New standard for organizational action on suicide awareness Japan hospital achieves first ISO 7101 certification BSI achieves global first in AI management certification CEN and CENELEC Standards + Innovation Award Winners 2025 Standards take centre stage at COP 30 Celebratin...

Global food safety relies on clear, practical standards. The ISO 22002 series - aka “The Magnificent Seven” – helps organizations manage contamination, fraud, and hygiene risks, ensuring consistent quality across food, feed, and packaging sectors. In this episode, Matthew speaks to Richard Leathers, Amanda McCarthy, and Angela Cunningham, three of the standards-makers behind the series. They discu...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for October 2025: ISO and ARSO sign historic Kigali Agreement     Circular economy experts win top ISO award ETSI launches TC on quantum technologies Pacific Islands Standards Committee endorsed as regional standards body ISO 22002 series updated to strengthen global food safety...

In this episode of the series, Matthew and Cindy provide a 10-minute guide to BS 30417 - provision of inclusive PPE. Discover the 10 things you need to know. Series | Standards in 10 Minutes Find out more about the issues raised in this episode BS 30417 - provision of inclusive PPE Get involved with standards Get in touch with The Standards Show education@bsigroup.com send a voice message Find and...

BSI Reports and Whitepapers provide expert insights, guidance, and analysis on various topics related to standards, compliance, and best practices. They are designed to inform and educate organizations, industries, and policymakers about emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in areas where standards play a critical role. This episode is an audio-abridged version of the BSI Report - The Ti...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for August and September 2025: Have your say on ISO 9001 ISO 21001 sets new benchmark for education quality BSI secures new funding for Commonwealth Standards Network Standards contribute €1B annually to Austria’s economy Winner of the IEC Lord Kelvin Award 2025 New standard to address critical...

Quantum technology uses physics to achieve what today’s tech can’t - like unhackable communications and computers beyond supercomputers. It could reshape daily life with safer banking, better medicines, smarter climate tracking and faster supply chains. Recognizing this, the UN named 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, marking its shift from labs to real-world impact. To...

Standards shape almost everything around us - but how do we learn about them, and why do they matter? In this special episode, Matthew and BSI colleague Emma Glass provide a guide to the BSI Education Hub. The Hub is designed to advance and support standards education and research. More than a resource library, it’s a space where academics, researchers, students, and others can connect, share idea...

BSI Reports and Whitepapers provide expert insights, guidance, and analysis on various topics related to standards, compliance, and best practices. They are designed to inform and educate organizations, industries, and policymakers about emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in areas where standards play a critical role. This episode is an audio-abridged version of the BSI Report - Suppor...

In this episode of the series, and to celebrate 200 episodes of the podcast, Matthew and Cindy provide a 10-minute guide to standards. Discover the 10 things you need to know. Series | Standards in 10 Minutes Find out more about the issues raised in this episode BSI Education Hub Get involved with standards Get in touch with The Standards Show education@bsigroup.com send a voice message Find and f...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for July 2025: Indian hospitals benefit from ISO 7101 African nations unite to harmonize standards Nominations open for CEN and CENELEC’s Standards + Innovation Awards BSI Innovation Management Summit 2025 BRICS summit advances standardization for sustainability Have your say on Net Zero transi...

In this episode of the series, Matthew provides a 10-minute guide to ISO 37003 - Fraud control management systems. Discover the 10 things you need to know. Series | Standards in 10 Minutes Find out more about the issues raised in this episode ISO 37003 – Fraud management systems ISO 37001 – Anti-bribery management systems Get involved with standards Get in touch with The Standards Show education@b...

In this episode of the series, Matthew provides a 10-minute guide to ISO 37001 - Anti-bribery management systems. Discover the 10 things you need to know. Series | Standards in 10 Minutes Find out more about the issues raised in this episode ISO 37001 – Anti-bribery management systems ISO 37003 – Fraud management systems Get involved with standards Get in touch with The Standards Show education@bs...

The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news. The Standards Desk of News for June 2025: Half of young people say life’s better without the internet Celebrating World Food Safety Day Looking ahead to the IEC General Meeting 2025 New guidance to combat cyber threats Destination Berlin for all standards educators And, have your say on space sustainability ( BSI Flex 19...

In this episode, Matthew speaks with academic and philosopher Catherine Botha, Professor of Art, Culture, and Technology at the University of Johannesburg. Together, they explore whether there's a uniquely African context for AI development - and what cultural, social, and economic values should guide its deployment across the continent. They also dive into ISO/IEC 42001, asking whether this AI ma...