In December 2017, the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs directed us to check that New Zealand’s conformance infrastructure is effectively supporting the economy, the well-being of people and the environment.

This page provides information about international organisations that develop standards and provide coordination for accreditation bodies.

This page provides information on the organisations in New Zealand that are involved in supporting our standards and conformance system.

New Zealand’s conformance system plays an important role in our communities and economy.