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The event program will feature presentations and panel discussions with prominent speakers from industry, government, and standards developing organizations. Topics to be discussed will include the attributes of AM feedstock materials that lend themselves to standardization and updates on standardization activity for metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Attendee advance registration is required.
Access
the latest legislative and regulatory initiatives of significant relevance to
the standardization community in the June edition of the ANSI Government
Relations and Public Policy Monthly Update. Compiled by Mary Saunders, ANSI
vice president of government relations, the publication is a special new 2021 benefit to ANSI members.
ANSI recently announced the availability of a Gaps Progress Report tracking
efforts of the last year by standards developing organizations and others to
address the gaps identified in the Standardization
Roadmap for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (version 2.0, June 2020),
published by the ANSI Unmanned Aircraft Systems Standardization Collaborative
(UASSC). It lists newly published standards and new standards projects,
alongside suggestions for future roadmap modifications.
The issue, published by ANSI and the U.S. National Committee of the International Electrotechnical Commission, highlights the importance of the work of thousands of standards professionals across the United States and captures what its like to work behind the scenes. The Summer 2021 edition explores "Global Mindset for Standards Development," Transformations in Online Standards Development," and more.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a definition of "critical software" as a response to the May 2021 Presidential executive order (EO) on improving the cybersecurity of the federal government. Section 4 of the EO directs the Secretary of Commerce, through NIST, to consult with federal agencies, the private sector, academia, and other stakeholders in identifying or developing standards, tools, best practices, and other guidelines to assist software developers in enhancing software supply chain security.
As part of its broader effort to support the development of trustworthy and responsible artificial intelligence (AI), NIST is seeking feedback by its new deadline extension on September 10. NIST will use the public feedback to inform the agenda for several collaborative virtual events in the coming months.
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Review the latest domestic and international standards proposals, documents for public comment, new initiatives, and other opportunities for U.S. stakeholders to get involved.
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Keep current with news bites from ANSI members (submissions are welcome!), including free resources and recent achievements of interest to the broader standardization community. See the newest updates from MHI, LMI, and more...
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ANSI strives to increase the visibility of standards by highlighting their real-world application and impact on everyday life. Read the latest post: Used Car Prices Soar Due to Automotive Chip Shortage.
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Standards Action, July 2, 2021
ANSI’s key public review vehicle enables effective participation in the standards development process.
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ANSI Annual Report 2019-2020
Released during World Standards Week 2020, the report details key ANSI and affiliate initiatives over the past year, as well as activities on the horizon.
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United States Standards Strategy (USSS)
Updated in 2020, the United States Standards Strategy provides a vision for the future of the U.S. standards system to support U.S. competitiveness, innovation, health and safety, and global trade.
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United States Conformity Assessment Principles (USCAP)
The United States Conformity Assessment Principles articulates how U.S. conformity assessment activities foster confidence while avoiding the creation of unnecessary barriers to trade.
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Check out these other publications and documents of interest.
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