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Sector Updates
Professional, Scientific and Technical Services
The following information covers activity in this sector for last month, if any, and includes activities involving international participation, recent publications, and withdrawals or reconfirmations of publications.
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International Participation
New Field of Technical Activity - TS/P 320 Creative digital design
A proposal to establish a new field of technical activity (NFTA) on Creative Digital Design has been submitted by SAC (China). ISO member bodies are invited to consult on the proposal.
The scope of the proposal is the following:
Standardization of protocols, including requirements and guidance, for processes, organization, operations and capacity building activities, related to human-based creative design of digital elements to be used, in the field of e-games, digital art, digital fashion design, cinema effects. By being technology-neutral, this doesn’t include specifications related to IT-technology aspects.
Excluded:
- ISO/IEC JTC 1 Information technology
- ISO/TC 68/SC 8 (Reference data for financial services)
- ISO/TC 83 (Sports and other recreational facilities and equipment)
- ISO/TC 145/SC3 (Graphical symbols for use on equipment)
- ISO/TC 171 (Document management applications)
- ISO/TC 307 (Blockchain and distributed ledger technologies)
- IEC/TC 100 (Audio, video and multimedia systems and equipment)
Voting on this proposal closes on 1 October 2024.
If you have any comments or suggestions related to the update above, please contact Marcelle Elzerman at marcelle.elzerman@standards.org.au.
New Field of Technical Activity - TS/P 321 Digital Marketing
A proposal to establish a new field of technical activity (NFTA) on Creative Digital Design has been submitted by SAC (China). ISO member bodies are invited to consult on the proposal.
The scope of the proposal is the following:
Standardization in the field of terminology, requirements, guidance, practices, tools and methods for organizations and professionals conducting digital marketing.
Excluded: Digital marketing activities that will lead to E-commerce transactions and relevant work within the scopes of the following committees:
- ISO/IEC JTC 1 (Information technology)
- ISO/TC154 (Processes, data elements and documents in commerce, industry and administration)
- ISO/TC 207 (Environmental management)
- ISO/TC 225 (Market, opinion and social research)
- ISO/TC 307 (Blockchain and distributed ledger technologies)
- ISO/TC 321 (Transaction assurance in E-commerce)
- ISO/TC 324 (Sharing economy)
Note: In parallel, the proposed TC works in cooperation with existing committees on subjects that may support digital marketing.
Voting on this proposal closes on 8 October 2024.
If you have any comments or suggestions related to the update above, please contact Marcelle Elzerman at marcelle.elzerman@standards.org.au.
Recent Publications
General Conditions of Contract
Product Designation: AS 4000:2025
Abstract: AS 4000:2025 is a comprehensive contract that provides the general conditions for construction projects in Australia. It is designed to facilitate clear and fair allocation of risks and responsibilities between contracting parties. Key features include a formal instrument of agreement and provisions for contract administration, variations, payment terms, and dispute resolution. The contract also addresses the process of novation, allowing for the transfer of contractual obligations to a new party. It also specifies that the superintendent, who oversees the contract's execution, is appointed by the principal. This contract is essential for principals, contractors, project managers, and legal professionals involved in the construction industry, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively.
History: Originated as part of AS CA24-1952. Previous edition AS 2124-1992. Revised and redesignated as AS 4000-1997. Second edition AS 4000:2025.
General Conditions of Contract - Formal instrument of agreement
Product Designation: AS 4000:2025 Instrument Agreement
Abstract: AS 4000:2024 is a comprehensive contract that provides the general conditions for construction projects in Australia. It is designed to facilitate clear and fair allocation of risks and responsibilities between contracting parties. Key features include a formal instrument of agreement and provisions for contract administration, variations, payment terms, and dispute resolution. The contract also addresses the process of novation, allowing for the transfer of contractual obligations to a new party. It also specifies that the superintendent, who oversees the contract's execution, is appointed by the principal. This contract is essential for principals, contractors, project managers, and legal professionals involved in the construction industry, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively. This version only contains the Formal instrument of agreement
History: Originated as part of AS CA24-1952. Previous edition AS 2124-1992. Revised and redesignated as AS 4000-1997. Second edition AS 4000:2025.
General Conditions of Contract - Annexure Part C
Product Designation: AS 4000:2025 Annexure Part C
Abstract: AS 4000:2024 is a comprehensive contract that provides the general conditions for construction projects in Australia. It is designed to facilitate clear and fair allocation of risks and responsibilities between contracting parties. Key features include a formal instrument of agreement and provisions for contract administration, variations, payment terms, and dispute resolution. The contract also addresses the process of novation, allowing for the transfer of contractual obligations to a new party. It also specifies that the superintendent, who oversees the contract's execution, is appointed by the principal. This contract is essential for principals, contractors, project managers, and legal professionals involved in the construction industry, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively. This document only contains Annexure Part C of AS 4000:2025
History: Originated as part of AS CA24-1952. Previous edition AS 2124-1992. Revised and redesignated as AS 4000-1997. Second edition AS 4000:2025.
General Conditions of Contract - Annexure Part B
Product Designation: AS 4000:2025 Annexure Part B
Abstract: AS 4000:2024 is a comprehensive contract that provides the general conditions for construction projects in Australia. It is designed to facilitate clear and fair allocation of risks and responsibilities between contracting parties. Key features include a formal instrument of agreement and provisions for contract administration, variations, payment terms, and dispute resolution. The contract also addresses the process of novation, allowing for the transfer of contractual obligations to a new party. It also specifies that the superintendent, who oversees the contract's execution, is appointed by the principal. This contract is essential for principals, contractors, project managers, and legal professionals involved in the construction industry, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively. This document only contains Annexure Part B of AS 4000:2025
History: Originated as part of AS CA24-1952. Previous edition AS 2124-1992. Revised and redesignated as AS 4000-1997. Second edition AS 4000:2025.
General Conditions of Contract - Consolidated Annexures and Formal form of agreement
Product Designation: AS 4000:2025 Consolidated Annexures
Abstract: AS 4000:2024 is a comprehensive contract that provides the general conditions for construction projects in Australia. It is designed to facilitate clear and fair allocation of risks and responsibilities between contracting parties. Key features include a formal instrument of agreement and provisions for contract administration, variations, payment terms, and dispute resolution. The contract also addresses the process of novation, allowing for the transfer of contractual obligations to a new party. It also specifies that the superintendent, who oversees the contract's execution, is appointed by the principal. This contract is essential for principals, contractors, project managers, and legal professionals involved in the construction industry, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively. This version contains the Formal form of agreement and the Annexures only.
History: Originated as part of AS CA24-1952. Previous edition AS 2124-1992. Revised and redesignated as AS 4000-1997. Second edition AS 4000:2025.
General Conditions of Contract - Annexure Part A
Product Designation: AS 4000:2025 Annexure Part A
Abstract: AS 4000:2024 is a comprehensive contract that provides the general conditions for construction projects in Australia. It is designed to facilitate clear and fair allocation of risks and responsibilities between contracting parties. Key features include a formal instrument of agreement and provisions for contract administration, variations, payment terms, and dispute resolution. The contract also addresses the process of novation, allowing for the transfer of contractual obligations to a new party. It also specifies that the superintendent, who oversees the contract's execution, is appointed by the principal. This contract is essential for principals, contractors, project managers, and legal professionals involved in the construction industry, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively.
History: Originated as part of AS CA24-1952. Previous edition AS 2124-1992. Revised and redesignated as AS 4000-1997. Second edition AS 4000:2025.
General Conditions of Contract - Annexure Part D
Product Designation: AS 4000:2025 Annexure Part D
Abstract: AS 4000:2024 is a comprehensive contract that provides the general conditions for construction projects in Australia. It is designed to facilitate clear and fair allocation of risks and responsibilities between contracting parties. Key features include a formal instrument of agreement and provisions for contract administration, variations, payment terms, and dispute resolution. The contract also addresses the process of novation, allowing for the transfer of contractual obligations to a new party. It also specifies that the superintendent, who oversees the contract's execution, is appointed by the principal. This contract is essential for principals, contractors, project managers, and legal professionals involved in the construction industry, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and effectively. This document only contains Annexure Part D of AS 4000:2025.
History: Originated as part of AS CA24-1952. Previous edition AS 2124-1992. Revised and redesignated as AS 4000-1997. Second edition AS 4000:2025.
Guidelines for applying human resource metrics
Product Designation: AS 5403:2025
Abstract: AS 5403:2025 provides guidance for human resource (HR) professionals, managers, and organization owners to apply HR metrics documented in human resource management standards (AS ISO 30400 series) in their organization
History: First published as AS 5403:2025.