Activity Details

Applied Program on Practices of International Standards Organizations (ASTM – NIST – ANSI)

  Washington   |         |     08:30 - 14:00   |     59 days to start
20260122
5000.0 SAR
English and Arabic
GCC Standardization Organization (GSO)
Open   Listed
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Program Objectives

  • Gain an understanding of the U.S. standardization system and the roles of key national organizations.
  • Explore ASTM International's standards development process and consensus-based standardization practices.
  • Learn about international best practices in Good Regulatory Practice (GRP) and evidence-based regulatory development.
  • Enhance understanding of Quality Infrastructure (QI) and its role in facilitating international trade and economic competitiveness.
  • Explore the role of U.S. organizations in promoting innovation, advanced manufacturing, and industrial competitiveness.
  • Exchange technical knowledge and best practices with U.S. and international organizations.
  • Strengthen technical cooperation between the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) and international standards and regulatory bodies.
  • Support the development of GCC technical regulations and standards in alignment with internationally recognized best practices.

Target Audience

Given the strategic nature of the program, it is designed for:

  • Standardization and standards development professionals.
  • Technical regulations and conformity assessment specialists.
  • Representatives of national Quality Infrastructure (QI) institutions.
  • Technical leaders and decision-makers within the National Standards Bodies (NSBs) of GCC Member States.
  • Professionals responsible for international cooperation and Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT).


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The study tour aims to provide participants with insights into international best practices in standards development, technical regulation, and Good Regulatory Practice (GRP). It also offers an opportunity to explore the roles of U.S. and international organizations in supporting innovation, facilitating international trade, and enhancing consumer protection. Furthermore, the program serves as a platform for technical knowledge exchange and strengthening cooperation with leading U.S. organizations and institutions, contributing to the advancement of standardization, conformity assessment, and quality infrastructure systems across the GCC Member States.