Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel from a distance

Walk of Standards

Neighbourhood walk: Where and how standards make our lives easier
 
17 September 2024 | 16:00 to 18:00 | Austrian Standards (Heinestraße 38, 1020 Vienna)

Information: Registration for the Walk of Standards is no longer possible due to the high demand. We thank you for your interest and look forward to seeing you next time. You will receive information about the next Walk of Standards via our newsletter.

The Praterstern is much more than just a transport hub - it is the beating heart of Vienna, where people's lives intersect. Every day they stream across this square - on their way to work, to the entertainment district and to popular local recreation areas. But hardly anyone realises that an invisible force is at work in the background, ensuring safety, quality and a smooth flow of life.

This force is standards. What many people take for granted as ‘normal’ is the result of the work of 4,800 experts in Austria alone, who work every day to improve our lives through standards.

Experience this invisible force up close at the ‘Walk of Standards’ - a special neighbourhood walk on 17 September 2024. Together with the Viennese think tank Futurum Exactum, Austrian Standards invites you to discover the fascinating world of standards. Join us and see the Praterstern with new eyes!

🎧 To get you in the mood, we recommend our podcast episode ‘In der Normenschmiede’ at futurum exactum.

Participation is free - secure your place now!

Agenda

Opening im Saal 1000 (1. Stock)

Valerie Höllinger, CEO, Austrian Standards

Die geführte Tour rund um den Praterstern beginnt. Während Sie entspannt über den Praterstern schlendern, werden Sie in die Welt der Standards eingeführt. Erfahren Sie, was Standardisierung wirklich bedeutet, warum Co-Creation und Open Innovation entscheidend für unsere Zukunft sind und wie wir alle als Zivilgesellschaft davon profitieren. Lassen Sie sich inspirieren und entdecken Sie den Praterstern aus einer völlig neuen Perspektive – fun facts inklusive!

Regina Slameczka, Communications Manager, Austrian Standards

Wir laden zur Q&A-Runde! Bei Snacks & Erfrischungen ist Platz für Fragen über die Welt der Standardisierung.

Karl Grün, Director Standards Development, Austrian Standards

Judith Belfkih, Philosophin und Journalistin (Moderation)

Background information and notes

The neighbourhood walk also takes place in rainy weather. We recommend suitable clothing and provide a limited number of umbrellas.

Please note that this event takes place in German.

Meeting point: Austrian Standards (Heinestraße 38, 1020 Wien), room 1000 (1st floor)

Time: 4 - 6 pm