NIST standards services are provided by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, a non-regulatory agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce. NIST develops and maintains over 1200 voluntary standards and guidelines, including the world-renowned NIST 800-series of security standards. In addition, NIST provides calibration and other services for measuring and verifying conformance to standards.
NIST standards services are voluntary, consensus-based standards that provide guidelines and recommendations for best practices in various areas. These standards are developed by experts and practitioners from industry, government, academia, and other stakeholders. NIST provides a variety of services to support the development and use of these standards, including training, publications, and tools.
NIST standards services are designed to promote the interoperability of information and communication systems. By providing guidance on the development and implementation of standards, NIST helps organizations communicate more effectively and efficiently. NIST also provides support for the use of standards in the private sector.