Our Priorities

Our work helps businesses to deliver better products, governments to enact better regulation, and agree standards that address society’s biggest challenges

As an organization without shareholders, we reinvest our profits to achieve the difference we want to see in the world.

Our purpose-led approach attracts other organizations and thought-leaders to work with us. Our stakeholders and clients value our impartiality, global reach, and leading-edge expertise.

We give organizations of all sizes the confidence to explore, grow, and prepare for the challenges ahead. We form strong collaborations and partnerships with experts, businesses, governments, and non-governmental organizations to deliver a positive impact.

Our Purpose

Impact for a fair society and a sustainable world

Our purpose is shaped by our foundations, reflecting our ambition to make a positive impact for people and the planet.

Our story begins in 1901 when work on the first standard began. Since then, we’ve existed to have a positive impact on society. First awarded in 1929, the Royal Charter sets out our objectives: to simplify, standardize, and improve business performance. We're an influential, independent voice for individuals, organizations and society, uniquely placed to drive progress towards a sustainable world.

Why BSI

Realizing positive benefits for individuals, organizations, and society

Our profits are invested back into our founding purpose: making society better.

Since 1901, BSI has been creating an enduring legacy of transformation for the benefit of all. Across all divisions and services, BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients to fulfil theirs.

Timeline

2025

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