New Delhi: World Standards Day, observed on October 14 each year, celebrates global collaboration. It is a day when members of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and the International Standards Organization (ISO) come together to recognise the collective efforts of experts worldwide.
Through their voluntary technical agreements, known as the International Standards, these experts shape the specifications and requirements for products and processes, influencing the global economy and our daily lives. This global impact of standards makes us all part of a larger community, connected by the products and processes we use every day.
Let us look at the importance of the day and some interesting facts about it.
World Standards Day 2024: What is the importance of the day?
On October 14, we celebrate World Standards Day (WSD) to honour the significance of standards and the dedicated individuals behind their development. WSD is a joint initiative involving the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
This observance is crucial because standards are pivotal in our daily lives. They ensure that products and services function as intended and contribute to a safer and more sustainable world. By adhering to these standards, we all contribute to creating a secure and responsible environment.
Additionally, standards empower businesses to enhance their systems and processes, minimise waste, and reduce expenses, ultimately improving customer satisfaction and increasing sales. This is a testament to the power of standards in motivating and inspiring businesses to strive for excellence.
Furthermore, standards assist governments in formulating policies and regulations, while in the healthcare sector, they are instrumental in controlling infections to safeguard both patients and healthcare professionals.
When was World Standards Day started?
World Standards Day has a rich history, dating back to a 1946 meeting in London that led to the formation of the International Organization for Standardization. Every year on October 14, people worldwide celebrate the collaborative efforts of experts, volunteers, and others involved in standardisation activities. The process of adopting a proposal as an international standard begins with the development of a draft that meets a specific market need. Members then deliberate and vote on the proposal, which can take up to three years.
Interesting Facts about Standardisation
Standardisation is essential for fostering clear communication between industries and their suppliers.
It enables the production of interchangeable parts at a relatively low cost, facilitating efficient manufacturing processes.
These standards are beneficial within national borders and hold great significance internationally.
As our world undergoes rapid transformation, embracing progress and ensuring safety in various settings, whether at work or during leisure activities, becomes increasingly paramount.
A standard model is a benchmark against which objects or actions can be compared.
In an industrial context, standards can be devices and instruments that regulate attributes such as colour, size, and weight. They can also be physical models or written mathematical and symbolical descriptions, drawings, or formulas that outline the essential features of objects to be produced or actions to be performed.
Industrial standards encompass engineering standards, which define properties of materials, fits and tolerances, terminology, and drafting practices.
Additionally, product standards are designed to describe the attributes and ingredients of manufactured items and are often embodied in drawings, formulas, materials lists, descriptions, or models.
These standards ensure quality, consistency, and safety across various industries.
Every year, on October 14, the IEC, ISO, and ITU celebrate World Standards Day. This day honours the collaborative efforts of thousands of experts worldwide who develop voluntary technical agreements published as international standards. knowledge Knowledge News, Photos and Videos on General Knowledge
