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Benefits of ISO International Standards

Table 2.2 Benefits of ISO International Standards

ISO International Standard

Government Benefit Society

 Business
a) Cost savings

 Help optimise operations

b) Enhanced customer satisfaction
 Help improve quality, enhance customer satisfaction and increase sales

c) Access to new markets
 Help prevent trade barriers and open up global markets

 Increased market share

 Help increase productivity and competitive advantage
d) Environmental benefits

 Help reduce negative impacts on the environment

 Society

a) Enhanced customer confidence
 Help minimizing errors on product safety, reliability and quality

b) Society Involvement

 Supports the involvement of consumers in standard development work with
its Committee of Consumer Policy (COPOLCO).

c) Environmental safety
 Help to preserve the environment and the health of citizens

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