Government Interface amp; Corporate OutreachAnthony Quinn ...课件.ppt

Government Interface Corporate OutreachAnthony Quinn Director, Public PolicyASTM International ASTM International About ASTM International Non-governmental, not-for-profit organization Develops voluntary, consensus standards Does not provide certification or accreditation services ASTM’s objectives Promote public health and safety, and the overall quality of life Contribute to the reliability of materials, products, systems and services Facilitate national, regional, and international commerce Role of Standards Standards in the Public and Private Sector Impact global trade, innovation and competition Guide product design, development, market access Used by companies, research labs, government agencies ASTM International Standards Voluntary consensus standards Regularly reviewed Meet World Trade Organization (WTO) principles for international standards 1. Government Interface ASTM in Washington, DC Government Affairs Congress Federal government agencies Stakeholder Outreach Companies Embassy officials based in Washington Industry associations International Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) ASTM Washington Office Role  Connects ASTM’s work and builds awareness among policymakers. Represents ASTM before Congress, federal agencies, ANSI, other SDOs, and trade associations. Engages in legislative, regulatory, and trade matters. Strengthens relationships with ASTM stakeholders Advancing ASTM’s Mission Business Strategies Remove barriers to the worldwide acceptance and use of ASTM standards. Ensure proper recognition of ASTM standards in laws and regulations. Address government policies that duplicate or conflict with the interests of ASTM. Identify opportunities for new ASTM activities Government legislative, regulatory, and research initiatives create the need for new private sector standards. U.S. Standards System Voluntary and led by the private sector Requires cooperation among stakeholders Standards organizations Industry, cons