Standardization

Q: National funding agencies

Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG) aws – Austria Wirtschaftsservice Forschungsprämie (14 % für F&E-Aufwendungen) Wirtschaftsagentur Wien Umweltförderung im Inland (UFI)

Q: Standards organizations

OVE – for electrical engineering Austrian Standards International – for other industries

Q: Universities & Universities of Applied Sciences

Courses on standardization & innovation Elective modules & specializations Partnerships with Austrian Standards and industry

Q: Vocational Secondary Schools (HTL, HAK, HLW)

Practical integration of technical and economic standards Topics such as sustainability, digitalization, and IT security Electives & student projects in cooperation with companies

Q: Support & Practical Experience

Training programs for teaching staff Scholarships & internships offered by companies Teaching materials & certifications from standards institutions

Funding & Support

Standardization is widely and strategically supported — and for good reason.
Those who rely on standards create long-term value: for their own company, for customers, partners, and for Austria as a business location. However, the path to standardization often involves time and financial investment. This is where national funding agencies and industry-specific organizations come in — with programs that specifically support the development, application, and implementation of standards.

National funding agencies

Standards organizations

We show you what support is available for your project and guide you through the submission process.

Raising Awareness

Standardization is often underestimated. Yet it holds enormous potential — for innovation, efficiency, safety, and market access.

Embedding in Society

Integration into educational curricula
Public relations & media campaigns
Showcasing best-practice examples
Government incentives & political support

Anchoring Within Organizations

Raising awareness at the management level
Integrating standards into corporate strategy
Training and involving employees
Appointing standardization officers
Cross-industry networking

Those who understand
and shape standards
actively help shape
the future.

Knowledge of Standardization Is a Key Educational Tool for Meeting Tomorrow’s Challenges

Education & Training

The future begins with knowledge. We are committed to embedding standardization in academic and vocational education:

Universities & Universities of Applied Sciences

Vocational Secondary Schools (HTL, HAK, HLW)

Support & Practical Experience