Information technology (IT) uses computers and other devices to send and retrieve data, even manipulate the information. This area consists of many divisions, including security, software, information coding, networking, computer graphics, cloud computing and more. Advancements in IT have seen improvement in business operations across all industries, with a huge reliance on information technology to provide an organisation what it requires for majority of daily tasks. 

Office machines are also vital to assist with performing tasks in many workplaces. Telephones, copying machines, office furniture and wrapping and packing equipment are just few of the staples found in many businesses, helping to streamline operations. 

As IT and office machines and equipment assist with regular operations across many industries, Standards form the requirements for which these processes must meet to ensure they are working as needed.