FAQ

How far back does the database content go?

• This database contains news and work items content that has been distributed via the China Standardization News and Activities, U.S. and International Standardization News and Activities, and the International Standards Alert from October 2023 onward.  For older editions of these newsletters, please contact [email protected]. 

Is this database current, and when is it updated?

• This database is updated by the SSIS Program Staff in the Standards Coordination Office at the National Institute for Standards and Technology routinely. However, there may be missing data.  

Who can access this database?

• The SSIS database is restricted to U.S. Government personnel only.  

What SDOs are being tracked in this database?

Currently, this database includes tracking of work items from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), select entries from the International Telecommunications Union (ITU-T.) The SSIS Program does have plans to expand content to include other SDOs. 

Who can I reach out to with questions?

• The SSIS program is eager to collaborate with U.S. Government agency partners. Questions and concerns can be sent to [email protected]. More information can be found on the Contact Us tab of this site.  

Can I contribute to this database?

• No, this portal is on an online, read-only site. You can extract but not upload data. If you have content to share, please email [email protected].