Newly ISO President’s Vision: Enhancing Global Impact Through Innovation and Collaboration
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Dr. Sung Hwan Cho, who hails from Korea, assumed the role of ISO President in January 2024 for a two-year tenure. In his inaugural address, he outlines his vision for ISO’s pivotal role in addressing global challenges and fostering collaboration.
Five Key Pillars
Dr. Cho wishes to focus on many issues including five
key pillars, namely (1) ISO Governance, (2) Commitment to climate-aligned
international standards, (3) Addressing the dangers of misuse of artificial intelligence
(AI) to bring positive societal change, (4) More participation and empowering
of developing countries through ISO’s action plan, and (5) Building stronger
bridges among ISO, business and consumers.
Building Trust and Collaboration Through Standards
Dr. Cho emphasizes, “Standards have a pivotal role
to play in steering the world towards a better future. The power of standards
is clear and far-reaching. And yet, for many businesses and organizations,
standards are invisible; they exist much like the air around us – unseen but
essential.”
Empowering Response to Global Challenges
Dr. Cho identifies key global challenges, including
climate change and emerging technologies like Artificial intelligence (AI), and
highlights ISO's commitment to addressing these challenges through robust
governance and climate-aligned standards development.
ISO is committed to addressing climate change and
emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) through robust
governance and standards development.
Ensuring Equitable Participation
Recognizing the importance of inclusivity, Dr Cho
champions ISO's Action Plan for developing countries, aiming to empower their
effective participation in standardization processes through capacity building
and collaboration.
Strengthening Connections with Stakeholders
Dr. Cho underscores the importance of building
stronger bridges between ISO, businesses, consumers, and other stakeholders
worldwide. He outlines plans to enhance communication efforts and expand ISO's
global presence.
Fostering Strategic Partnerships
Dr. Cho emphasizes the significance of strategic
partnerships with international organizations, policymakers, and standards
bodies to foster harmonization and alignment across the standards ecosystem.
Promoting Standards Education
Dr. Cho advocates for the establishment of a
comprehensive standards education system to raise awareness and understanding
of ISO standards among people of all ages and backgrounds.
Digital Transformation for Greater Agility
Highlighting the importance of digital
transformation for greater agility, Dr. Cho discusses initiatives like SMART (Specific,
Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound) projects. These projects, such
as the collaboration with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), are
aimed at revolutionizing standards interaction for greater adaptability and
inclusivity. The SMART approach ensures that initiatives are well-defined, achievable,
and aligned with organizational goals, fostering innovation and efficiency within
ISO’s operations.
Conclusion
Dr. Sung Hwan Cho concludes his message with a
commitment to partnering, protecting, and innovating to further the progress of
ISO. He reaffirms ISO's dedication to positive change, contributing to a
better, more equitable, and sustainable world. I wish him a successful tenure
as ISO President.
ISO President's message can be read at ISO website.
Best wishes,
Keshav Ram Singhal
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