International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

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Written By Zack Huhn

International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Website: iso.org
Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
Founded: 1947
Focus Areas: Information security, quality management, environmental systems, IT governance, AI standards

Overview:
ISO is an independent, international organization that develops global standards across nearly every industry. It collaborates closely with IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) and national standards bodies to publish standards that support best practices and interoperability in IT, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI systems.

Popular Standards:

  • ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management Systems)

  • ISO/IEC 38500 (IT Governance)

  • ISO/IEC 20000 (IT Service Management)

  • ISO/IEC 27017 (Cloud Security)

  • ISO/IEC 42001 (AI Management System Standard – NEW)

Why It Matters for Enterprise Tech Leaders:
ISO standards are internationally recognized and often required for regulatory compliance, vendor contracts, or operational excellence certifications. They're a key signal of maturity and trust in global business.

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