International standardisation of products and services for ageing societies 1

Abstract

This chapter will focus on the role of standardisation globally, specifically focusing on recent developments in the work of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee (TC) 314 Ageing Societies. ISO provides an ideal platform for developing new ideas to reflect our fast-changing world and community needs. Ageing societies bring new economic and social opportunities. ISO/TC 314 plays a critical role in …