OSS-Association e.V.(Open Security Standards Association) is an open industry forum for the promotion and development of global standards for access control and other security systems. Based in Germany, the association aims to define standards in the area of security technology and to jointly develop, implement and promote these in the market place. The OSS Association is a non-profit organization

American National Standards Institute (ANSI) oversees standards and conformity assessment activities in USA. ANSI's mission is to enhance both the global competitiveness of U.S. business and the U.S. quality of life by promoting and facilitating voluntary consensus standards and conformity assessment systems, and safeguarding their integrity. The Institute represents the diverse interests of more than 270,000 companies and organizations.

Sold Secure is the premier testing and certification house for security products. The organization is dedicated to reducing the risk of crime by the assessment of security products. Established in 1992 by Northumbria and Essex Police with the help and backing of the Home Office, Sold Secure is now owned and administered by the Master Locksmiths Association.