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Updated on 2023-09-19
Rules for use of capitals

IEC International Standards

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When writing brochures, internet content or articles, use International Standard or Standard [capitalized] only when immediately preceded by IEC or ISO

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IEC International Standards reflect agreements on the technical description of the characteristics to be fulfilled by the product, system, service or object in question.

 

Adopting IEC Standards or using them for reference in national laws or regulations facilitates trade in the field of electrotechnology.

 

A number of IEC technical committees develop international standards for different components found in wearable technology.

 

IEC and ISO established ISO/IEC JTC 1: Information technology, a joint technical committee (JTC) which produces international standards for information and communication technologies (ICT) for business and consumer applications.

Do not use caps on word combinations, such as: standards writer, standards developer, standards body, standards drafting, standards data, etc.

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A number of standards development organizations are involved in the development of standards for smart grids.

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