How can members contribute to the development of ASIS standards?

Members can contribute to the development of ASIS standards primarily through participation in committee work and public comment periods. This involvement allows members to engage directly in the processes that shape standards, offering their expertise and insights on issues relevant to security practices. Committees typically consist of industry professionals who collaborate to draft, review, and refine standards based on current trends, needs, and challenges faced in the field. Additionally, public comment periods invite broader input from the membership, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered before finalizing any standards.

While attending annual conferences and submitting articles to the ASIS journal can enhance knowledge and foster networking, they do not provide the same direct opportunity for input in the standards development process as committee participation does. Online surveys might gather opinions or feedback, but they lack the in-depth engagement that committee involvement requires. Therefore, actively contributing through committee work and engaging in public comment is the most effective way for members to influence the creation and revision of ASIS standards.