Let’s start with the basics. What are industry standards, and why do they matter?

Industry standards are the norms or conventions established by an industry or sector. They can be voluntary, such as in the case of best practices, or they can be mandatory, as is often the case with regulatory requirements.

In recent years, there has been a growing trend toward the digitization of trade standards. This has been driven by several factors, including the increasing use of digital technologies in the global economy, the need for more efficient and effective trade processes, and the desire to reduce the costs associated with traditional paper-based trade.