This guidance document details the process for preparing, submitting, and approving proposals for new committees, including technical committees (TCs) and project committees (PCs). It introduces the concept of International Workshop Agreements (IWAs) for urgent market needs and provides guidance on proposing new work items within existing committees.

The document emphasizes market relevance, stakeholder engagement, and coordination with existing technical structures.

It also highlights the Open Consultation process, which aims to consolidate standardization expectations at a high level by leveraging ISO member networks spanning government, industry, academia, and civil society. The Open Consultation process explores standardization opportunities in areas with limited coverage or unclear organization, gathering global expectations for standardization before further development.