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Standardiseringso is not a widely recognized term in standardization literature. The closest established concept is standardisering (standardization). This article provides a concise overview of standardisering concepts and the typical context in which a term like standardiseringso might be used.

Standardisering refers to the process of developing and applying norms to enable compatibility and interoperability across products, services, and processes. Standards can be voluntary or mandated by law, and they help reduce technical barriers to trade, improve safety, quality and efficiency. They often address performance, compatibility, interoperability, safety, and environmental impact.

Key actors in standardisering include international bodies such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Regional organizations, notably the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC) and the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI), coordinate standardization efforts in Europe. National bodies, such as the Netherlands’ NEN or Germany’s DIN, participate in drafting and adoption and translate international standards into national norms.

The standard development process typically follows a formal lifecycle: proposing a standard, drafting in technical committees, circulating committee drafts, conducting public inquiry or ballots, approving a final draft, and publishing the standard. Standards types include product and process standards, management system standards (for example ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001) and sector- or industry-specific norms.

Benefits of standardisering include improved interoperability, safety, quality assurance and smoother cross-border trade. Critics point to costs, potential rigidity and the risk of dominance by established actors. Standards are often complemented by conformity assessment and regulatory frameworks.