Cartagena de Indias, 9-13 September 2024

ISO Annual Meeting

Join us in Cartagena de Indias — in person or online

The ISO Annual Meeting is the world’s premier event for the international standards community. 

This year's meeting is hosted by ICONTEC, the National standards body of Colombia. The theme “Breaking boundaries” comes at a pivotal time for the world. The week-long event offers a chance to engage in constructive dialogue about the most pressing challenges facing our planet today, as well as looking ahead to collaborative solutions.


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Registration opens in May

Breaking boundaries

In a fast-changing world, how do we adjust to the digital shift, while prioritizing the well-being of people and the planet? Solutions that last must be accessible and inclusive, especially for those most impacted by today’s global issues. Only by working together can we seize opportunities at a global scale.

“Breaking boundaries” invites us to actively challenge the status quo and incorporate new and diverse perspectives as the cornerstone of sustainable and transformative progress. ​

"Breaking boundaries" captures the transformative power of ISO standards, showcasing how adherence to these benchmarks propels us collectively towards a future unencumbered by limits – a future where innovation, quality, and sustainability know no boundaries.  ​

We have the power to break boundaries and shape our shared future, together. ​

Resonating themes

Sessions will focus on these three thematic pillars:

Sustainable and inclusive growth

Fostering equitable economic advancement ​and climate action.​

Explore how International Standards enable economic progress, a just transition and environmental action to uplift communities and foster an inclusive and resilient global landscape.​

Responsible AI for all

Enabling AI governance, safety and trust. ​

Unleash the power of AI to transform our society according to human values and human rights, with standards as a foundation for its use and development.​

The future of human capital

Putting people front ​and center.

Uncover how in the era of digital transformation, International Standards generate lasting value for people, organizations and society by putting people first to build a better future for all. ​

Last year, over 7000 participants gathered online and 500 more attended in person

Hailing from over 170 countries, this global audience represented a vast range of industries, governments, geographies and backgrounds.

Watch last year's event recap

544

in-person participants

7 225

online participants

42

sessions and workshops

107

speakers

5,5 M

total media reach

177

countries

Practical information

For general enquiries and support relating to the ISO Annual Meeting 2024, please email: AM24@iso.org.