The IFAN Podcast shares real-world insights and experiences from standards users worldwide, providing a global platform to exchange practical experiences, lessons learned, and the real impact of standards in action.
Digitally Enhanced Standards: Inside the IEC/ISO SMART Initiative with Francis Pernel Director of ISO IEC SDU
In this episode of Voice of Standard Users, we sit down with Francis Pernel, Director of the IEC/ ISO Single Delivery Unit (SDU). Together, we explore the SMART program - a landmark joint initiative designed to deliver international standards in digitally enhanced, highly accessible formats without sacrificing their authoritative consensus. Francis breaks down why SMART goes beyond traditional PDF and XML files, how the SDU establishes a unified foundation for both ISO and IEC, and how digita...
1 Sept 2026
From Chaos to Leadership: How Standards Transform Business in Africa - Dr. Mike Eric Juru
In this episode of IFAN – The Voice of Standards Users, we speak with Dr. Mike Eric Juru, CEO of Integrated Properties and Chairman of the Green Building Council of Zimbabwe, about the transformative power of international standards. Dr. Juru shares the remarkable journey of Integrated Properties from a business struggling with inconsistent processes and operational challenges to becoming the first organization in Zimbabwe to achieve certification to three major ISO standards: ISO 9001, ...
27 Jul 2026
Bridging Standards and Certification: A Global Perspective with IQNET President Alex Stoichitoiu
Join us on IFAN – The Voice of Standards Users as we sit down with Alex Stoichitoiu, President of IQNET. With deep expertise spanning ISO, CEN-CENELEC, and global accreditation, Alex offers a unique insider look at the changing landscape of international standardization and conformity assessment. From the shift toward subscription-based standards access to lowering barriers for SMEs using digital tools, Alex breaks down the key trends shaping global quality infrastructure—and why strong partn...
5 Jul 2026
Laura Brumsey, Senior VP, Compressed Gas Association (CGA): How Standards Keep People Safe Every Day
Behind every medical oxygen cylinder, industrial gas system, and countless products we rely on every day are standards that help keep people safe. In this episode of the IFAN Podcast, IFAN speaks with Laura Brumsey, Senior Vice President of the Compressed Gas Association (CGA), about the critical role standards play in protecting lives, supporting innovation, and building trust across industries. Laura shares her unexpected journey into the world of standardization, reflects on the vital role...
14 May 2026
The Future of Trust: AI, Energy Transition, and the Power of the Standards User – A Conversation with Philip Metzger Secretary General and CEO of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
In this episode, we go behind the scenes of the "hidden infrastructure" that powers our global economy. IFAN welcomes Philip Metzger, Secretary General and CEO of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), to discuss how international standards are evolving to meet the challenges of 2026 and beyond. As the world shifts toward an all-electric and connected society, Philip explores the critical intersection of technology, policy, and human safety. We dive deep into: Responsible AI: Mo...
24 Apr 2026
Mr. Alton Sanders (Boeing): The User Perspective on Safety, Standards, and Digital Transformation in Aerospace”
What does it take to make standards truly work in high-stakes industries like aerospace? In this episode, we speak with Alton Sanders (Boeing), a leading expert in standards management with over 40 years of experience. From aircraft safety to digital transformation, Alton shares how standards shape every aspect of aerospace engineering—often in ways that are invisible but mission-critical. He explains why even the smallest components can have major consequences, and how better-designed standa...
9 Apr 2026
Standards and Innovation: Why Users Matter in a Global System. A conversation with Dr. Laurie E. Locascio, ANSI President
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Laurie E. Locascio, President and CEO of the American National Standards Institute, about how standards enable innovation and global collaboration. We explore the critical role of standards users, the importance of measurement science, and how the standards system is evolving in the age of emerging technologies.
16 Mar 2026
Standards in Action: Matthew Sexton of BMI UK & Ireland on Why the User Voice Matters in Construction
In this episode of the IFAN Podcast, we speak with Matthew Sexton, Technical and Compliance Director at BMI UK & Ireland and a member of the IFAN Board. Matthew works at the intersection of industry, safety, and standards, dealing daily with the practical application of construction product and fire performance standards across the UK and European markets. Beyond using standards, Matthew actively helps shape them. He serves on several technical panels and chairs key committees, including ...
9 Mar 2026
Connecting Technology and Standards: A Conversation with HP’s Muhammad Ali
Muhamad Ali from HP Inc. shares how standards support innovation, interoperability, and global market access in the technology sector. Discover why the voice of standards users is essential in shaping effective international standards.
5 Mar 2026
Bringing the User Voice to Global Standards– A Conversation with Sonya Bird, Vice President of International Standards at UL Standards & Engagement
In this episode of The Voice of Standards Users, we speak with Sonya Bird, Vice President of International Standards at UL Standards & Engagement, about the importance of bringing the user perspective into international standards. Sonya shares how standards translate safety science into practical solutions and help support innovation, market access, and safety across industries.
10 Feb 2026
Giving Standards Users a Global Voice – A Conversation with Mr. Ruggero Lensi, Director General of UNI - The National Standards Body of Italy
In this episode of the IFAN Podcast, we speak with Mr. Ruggero Lensi, Director General of UNI - The national standards body of Italy, about why standards users must be at the heart of international standardization. Drawing on his long-standing experience in the standards ecosystem, Ruggero reflects on the evolving role of users, the value they bring to quality, efficiency, and innovation, and why their active participation is essential for standards to remain relevant in real markets. The dis...
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