Benefits of Standardisation

The importance of standardization lies in its profound benefits for the industry. Standardization organizations develop standards to address industrial needs, always prioritizing the quality and safety of materials and operations.

A standard serves as a voluntary technical document, facilitating easier interoperability among economic operators within a value chain. For companies, standardization becomes a strategic and economic tool, offering opportunities to reduce costs, strengthen market positions, or enter new markets. These standards play a crucial role in ensuring transparent and effective communication between customers, manufacturers, and regulatory authorities.

Moreover, standards form the foundation for certification processes, thereby contributing significantly to enhancing safety within the aviation industry. They not only capture the current state-of-the-art in technology but also act as catalysts for innovation, providing a competitive edge. Major aerospace players, including Airbus, recognize the strategic importance of standards. Giovanni David, ASD-STAN President and Airbus HO Standards Management, affirms: “Airbus is involved in the development of all new technology standards and uses them extensively in their supply chains. EN standards originating from ASD-STAN are a strategic tool in the Airbus engineering and manufacturing activities.”