A National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) is essential for both the smooth functioning of domestic markets and gaining recognition in international markets. It plays a crucial role in sustaining economic development, as well as environmental and social well-being.
Dr. Monideep Dey has contributed significantly to the development of standards supporting NQIs for international trade as a US expert in various international committees. His involvement in ISO's committee on conformity assessment (CASCO) has focused on both the general framework and specific aspects of NQIs.
Furthermore, Dr. Monideep Dey served as the US expert in the ISO working group responsible for creating ISO/IEC TR 17032, a standard offering guidelines and examples for certifying processes. This standard, crucial for certifying processes related to agricultural and other goods, has been detailed in a publication authored by Dr. Monideep Dey, highlighting its benefits and applications, especially in certifying agricultural products.