ISO should make all standards Publicly Available (docs.google.com)

Article summary

The article discusses the issue of ISO standards being behind a paywall, making it difficult for individuals and organizations to access them. The comments reveal that this can hinder innovation and progress, as people are forced to pay high prices for standards that are essential for their work. The discussion focuses on the implications of this practice and potential alternatives. The article's content is not available, but the comments provide insight into the problems caused by restricted access to ISO standards.

Main themes

• ISO standards accessibility
• paywall and funding
• innovation and progress
• standardization and regulation
• consulting and auditing industry
• alternative funding models
• government involvement and responsibility

What commenters say

• ISO standards should be made publicly available for free to promote innovation and progress.
• The current paywall system is necessary to fund the development and maintenance of standards.
• The cost of accessing ISO standards is a significant barrier for individuals and small organizations.
• Governments and national standards bodies should be responsible for funding and making standards publicly available.
• The definition of a standard is not the same as the definition of a unit of measurement, such as a meter.
• ISO standards are not just about providing information, but also about providing a standardized framework for industries to follow.
• The high cost of accessing ISO standards can lead to a reliance on consultants and auditors, which can be expensive and inefficient.
• Alternative models, such as crowdfunding or government funding, could be explored to make ISO standards more accessible.