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We are the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a non-regulatory federal agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce. For more than a century, NIST has helped to keep U.S. technology at the leading edge. Our measurements support the smallest of technologies to the largest and most complex of human-made creations. NIST's mission is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life. See what innovative work we’re doing to support it: https://www.nist.gov/

At Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest, Central & Inland California, our mission is to build a more ethical, trustworthy, and connected business community—together. With eight campuses across Arizona and California, with campuses in Bakersfield, Fresno, Lake Havasu City, Newport Beach, Phoenix, Prescott, San Diego, & Yuma, we support businesses at every stage with tools, programs, and resources that help entrepreneurs grow with integrity and confidence. Today, we proudly serve over 23,000 BBB Accredited Businesses across the region. BBB Accreditation isn’t just a badge—it’s a public commitment to doing business honestly, transparently, and ethically. Our 8 Standards for Trust provide a framework that helps businesses stand out and gives consumers the confidence to engage. But BBB is more than a seal. Our Ignite Innovation and Events Hubs in Phoenix, San Diego, and Fresno offer dynamic spaces—like a professional podcast and production studio—where entrepreneurs can connect, collaborate, and amplify their impact. From leadership retreats to creative content, we help bring big ideas to life. We also invest in mission-driven businesses through programs like the BBB Breakthrough Accelerator and BBB4Good Trustmark, and support the next generation through our nonprofit f.e.e.l. Foundation, which delivers ethical leadership education to students and underserved communities. Integrity is at the heart of all we do—from celebrating student athletes through scholarships to honoring exceptional companies with our Torch Awards for Ethics. Whether you're launching, growing, or looking for businesses you can trust—BBB is here to support your journey. Because we’re not just in the business of trust—we’re building it, one ethical connection at a time.

We are ISO, the International Organization for Standardization. We are an independent, non-governmental international organization with a membership of 170 national standards bodies. Through our global network, we facilitate the development of voluntary and market-relevant International Standards that support innovation and provide solutions to global challenges. ISO has published more than 25 000 International Standards and related documents covering almost every industry, from technology to food safety, to agriculture and healthcare. -- How to get in touch with ISO -- For any requests, please contact us via email to ensure a timely response: Questions about ISO standards and products: customerservice[at]iso.org Media inquiries: press[at]iso.org Use of ISO’s name and logo: logo[at]iso.org Reproducing content from ISO standards and publications: copyright[at]iso.org Please note: ISO does not provide auditing or certification services. These are carried out independently by certification bodies.