In the 20th century, wars and other catastrophic global events wreaked havoc and at the same time, were the triggering factor for technological, medical and scientific innovations that, most of the time, have benefitted...
In 2020, the IEC appointed Trond Sollie as its Ambassador for IEC Conformity Assessment training needs for the Affiliate Country Programme. Sollie has over 30 years of experience working in conformity assessment at both...
Technology has been essential for economic development. For example, solar panels have enabled millions of households to access electricity while smartphones have provided a gateway for financial services. Demand for...
The IEC Conformity Assessment Board (CAB) held its most recent meeting during the first IEC fully virtual General Meeting. Key topics covered included standards and conformity assessment, new CA service needs, cyber...
Technological innovation can often lead to the development of novel designs and concepts that cannot be certified against existing normative rules or international codes and standards.
Oceans offer a massive source of energy; the power harnessed from waves, tides, currents and ocean temperature differentials can be used to power homes, transport and industry.
When looking back on 2020 in a few years’ time, what will we focus on? Undeniably, the Covid-19 pandemic that has affected the whole world. It has changed our lives in many ways; socially, professionally and has brought...
Safety is defined in the Collins dictionary as the state of being safe from harm or danger. Safety can also refer to the control of recognized hazards in order to achieve an acceptable level of risk, i.e. risk management...
LED lights last longer and use less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs. That is why they have become such an integral part of our lives, lighting everything from our homes and places of work to our streets, cars...
Wind turbines systems are complex and comprised of many components. Manufacturers must ensure the performance, reliability and durability of their products. To achieve this, they must consider the materials used to build...
It is reasonable to say that companies, whether small- or medium-size, multinationals, industrial or service-oriented, that are technology-driven are exposed to security and privacy threats. While state-of-the-art...
While cyber security is primordial nowadays in all types of industries, it is even more so in in the oil and gas sector. Cyber attacks can have critical consequences to human lives and the environment: fires, explosions...
