3: Competitive Advantage
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Among the many benefits associated with the application of standards and conformity assessment mechanisms one in particular
stands out - the immediate and ongoing infusion of current technologies, methodologies and techniques into businesses, departments
or organizations. By using standardization ‘building blocks’, a firm or, indeed, a country can meet or exceed international
best practices and apply the knowledge contained in the standardization documents in order to produce innovative products
and services that meet a variety of demands. A crucial component for truly international standards development and conformity
assessment activities involves the meaningful participation of developing countries. Successful exports often hinge on properly
manufactured and tested products and an internationally recognized standardization infrastructure. Many countries, at varying
stages of development, do not possess the necessary resources or expertise to meet the standardization-related requirements
for access to foreign markets. From a standardization perspective, Canada remains committed to working with developing countries,
either individually or via international/regional associations, to cultivate and enhance their capacities to participate in
standards and conformity assessment activities. Through the work of the Canadian Advisory Committee on Developing Country
Matters (CAC/DEVCO) and ongoing cooperation with organizations and departments such as the Canadian International Development
Agency (CIDA) and International Trade Canada, the SCC and our NSS partners will continue to engage in activities such as training
seminars, twinning, and capacity building to ensure that developing countries have the opportunity to benefit fully from standardization.
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