1. Konstantinos Karachalios, Managing Director IEEE-SA
Document No:
GSC-19_014
Source:
IEEE-SA
Contact:
Dr. Konstantinos Karachalios
Agenda Item:
2.5
Priorities of IEEE-SA
Konstantinos Karachalios, Managing Director IEEE-SA

2. Nature, dynamics and Priorities of IEEE-SA
IEEE-SA is not (merely) a consortium, it is not an industry body, it is not a stand alone organization
We are an organic part of IEEE
A global, neutral, open and multi-faceted institution, a global democracy of technical experts, with a formidable reputation of technical excellence in vast areas of technology and science.
IEEE-SA’s Mission is:
Advancing technology for the benefit of humanity by providing a globally open, inclusive, and transparent environment for market relevant, voluntary consensus standardization.

3. Our main contribution to the global public good
Create and maintain a globally-open, fair and inclusive standardization ecosystem with clear rules and transparent processes
Beyond technology excellence, increasing engagement at the interface between technology and policy
Example: IEEE Internet Initiative, aiming at restoring trust to the Internet by contributing to establishment of trustworthy technologies and standards. -- Without consumers’ and citizen’s trust, promises of “smart x” will not materialize
Offering/promoting programs to developing countries:
Special membership rates
Offer our standards for adoption at no charge
Education programs and fellowships

4. Strategic Priorities IEEE-SA Top Strategic Goals
Expand IEEE’s global presence
Continuously evolve the IEEE-SA processes and support, resulting in globally used standards
Ensure IEEE-SA's Financial Sustainability
Be a Learning Community
With increasing technological complexity and convergence, cooperation and coordination are critical

5. A Member of Global Standards Collaboration