In a joint effort to empower SMEs and their associations, Small Business Standards (SBS) and SMEunited have come together to offer a series of 4 free webinars to better understand the world of standardisation. These interactive webinars are specifically designed for SME associations and their members, providing them with the essential knowledge they need to understand, navigate and influence the standardisation landscape. Over the course of the four sessions, participants will gain insights into the importance of standards, how they are created, and how SMEs can play a proactive role in shaping them.
Standards are essential for ensuring consistency, quality, and safety across industries. For small companies, adhering to standards can open doors to new markets, improve product quality, and ensure compliance with regulations. Despite the benefits, many SMEs remain unaware of the advantages that standards can offer, particularly when it comes to expanding into European and international markets. This is where SBS and SMEunited aim to make a difference, offering short online events to clarify the standardisation process and demonstrate how standards can be a powerful tool for growth and innovation.
The webinars will cover a range of topics relevant to SMEs. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive practical advice from experts in the field:
- Why Standards Matter: Key Concepts Explained
26 September 2024, 14:00-14:45 CET
This session will introduce participants to the world of standards, explaining what they are and why they matter. Attendees will learn how standards enhance product safety, boost consumer trust, and open up new business opportunities. Whether you’re new to standardisation or looking to deepen your knowledge, this session will provide valuable insights.
- Standards and Regulations: Navigating the Compliance Maze
23 October 2024, 14:00-14:45 CET
This webinar will explore the relationship between standards and regulations. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to ensure compliance with European legal frameworks and minimise business risks.
- Creating Standards: Understanding the Process
27 November 2024, 14:00-14:45 CET
This session offers a behind-the-scenes look at how standards are developed, from proposal to publication. Participants will learn about the key players involved and the role SMEs can play in shaping the standards that impact their industries.
- Get Involved: Shaping Standards to Benefit SMEs
18 December 2024, 14:00-14:45 CET
SMEs have a unique opportunity to influence the standards that affect their sectors. This session will provide practical tips and success stories on how SMEs can actively engage in the standardisation process, ensuring their voices are heard.
By attending, you can enhance your understanding of the value of standards and gain practical tools to support your organisation’s growth. For more information or to register, please contact Doris Rabetge at d.rabetge@smeunited.eu .
EBC is working closely with SBS and SMEunited, to ensure that the interests of small businesses are considered in the standardisation process. In this context, EBC represents SBS in construction-related fora and coordinates its sectoral approach for construction.
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