Episode February 17, 2025 22 min 23s

Engineering Rules: Global Standard Setting since 1880

"Engineering Rules: Global Standard Setting Since 1880" investigates the history and impact of private, voluntary standard-setting organizations. The book traces the evolution of these institutions through three waves, beginning with national standardization efforts driven by professional engineers, and later expanding to international collaborations and addressing global market needs. It highlights key figures and events, analyzing the motivations, processes, and challenges faced in establishing and implementing standards across various industries. The text also explores the impact of standardization on global economics, political relations, and technological progress, as well as the evolution and future of global standards. The study explores the role of engineers, industry leaders, and even social activists in shaping the world through standardization.

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