Quick Actions
- Provide clear information about what the withdrawal means and who it affects.
- Share alternatives, replacement standards, or temporary guidance people can use instead.
Long-term Actions
- Offer support where needed, including technical and legal guidance.
- Consider a grace period, so people have time to adjust and transition.
Examples
- Netherlands – Nederlands Normalisatie Instituut (NEN) offers technical support and consultation services for stakeholders impacted by a withdrawn standard. They help organizations interpret the changes, assess risks, and identify substitute standards, ensuring minimal disruption to services or compliance.
- South Korea – Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) engages with affected sectors before and after a withdrawal. They issue interim guidance and work with industry groups and advocacy organizations to co-develop new or updated standards where needed.
- New Zealand – Standards New Zealand (SNZ) provides public-facing FAQs and advisory support after the withdrawal of major standards. They often partner with government agencies to ensure that policy and procurement frameworks reflect the change and that users are not left without direction.
Related Actions
- Use clear language in withdrawal notices
- Create an opportunity for public feedback before withdrawal
- Co-develop criteria for standards withdrawal