ISO 25639-2-2008 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 25639-2:2008 — Exhibitions, shows, fairs and conventions — Part 2: Measurement procedures for statistical purposes. This part of ISO 25639 establishes standardized measurement and counting procedures to be used with the terminology defined in ISO 25639-1, enabling consistent statistical reporting across exhibitions and related events.

Abstract

ISO 25639-2:2008 specifies standardised measurement procedures for the exhibition and events sector so that statistics (for example counts of visitors, exhibitors and exhibition space) are produced consistently and are comparable between events and across countries. It is intended for use together with ISO 25639-1 (vocabulary/terms).

General information

• Status: Published.
• Publication date: November 2008 (2008-11).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 03.100.01 (Company organisation and management in general).
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (2008).
• Number of pages: 5 pages (ISO published edition).

Scope

Defines measurement procedures for statistical purposes in the exhibitions, shows, fairs and conventions sector. The standard provides guidance on how to count and report data that are commonly used in the industry (to be applied alongside the terms and definitions of ISO 25639-1), with the aim of improving consistency and comparability of event statistics internationally.

Key topics and requirements

• Standardised measurement procedures for producing event statistics (to be used with ISO 25639-1).
• Guidance on counting attendees and classifying types of visitors for statistical reporting.
• Procedures for counting exhibitors, stands and exhibit units for consistent exhibitor statistics.
• Methods for measuring exhibition space (gross vs net exhibit space) for reporting area-based metrics.
• Recommendations to ensure comparability of reported metrics across events and jurisdictions.

Typical use and users

Used by exhibition and event organisers, venue operators, trade associations, statistical agencies, researchers and consultants who collect, analyse or publish statistics about exhibitions, trade shows, conferences and related events. It is intended to support consistent internal reporting and external benchmarking.

Related standards

ISO 25639-1 (Exhibitions and events — Part 1: Vocabulary) is the companion part that defines the terms used; ISO/TC 228 is the technical committee responsible for these standards. A revision project (ISO/DIS or committee drafts) for part 2 has been recorded in ISO's work program, indicating the standard may be under review for update.

Keywords

exhibitions, shows, fairs, conventions, events, measurement procedures, statistical measurement, visitor counting, exhibitor counting, exhibition space, ISO 25639

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 25639-2:2008 is Part 2 of the ISO 25639 series; it specifies measurement procedures for statistical purposes in the exhibitions, shows, fairs and conventions sector, to be used together with ISO 25639-1 (vocabulary).

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers standardised methods for counting and measuring commonly reported event metrics (for example visitors, exhibitors, stands and exhibition space) so statistics are comparable across events and locations.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Exhibition organisers, venue operators, industry associations, national statistical offices, and consultants/researchers who compile or analyse event statistics.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 25639-2:2008 is published and its lifecycle status on ISO indicates it is to be reviewed; ISO has recorded a committee project (ISO/CD 25639-2) for revision, so users should check national/adopted versions or ISO announcements for any update or replacement.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is Part 2 of the ISO 25639 series; Part 1 defines vocabulary and terms for exhibitions and events, which is intended to be used together with Part 2.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Exhibitions, shows, fairs, conventions, events, measurement procedures, statistics, visitor counts, exhibitor counts, exhibition space, ISO 25639.