In today's rapidly evolving security landscape, the demand for robust, interoperable, and future-ready solutions has never been higher. As organizations strive to protect their assets, information, and people, the adoption of open standards has emerged as a critical factor in achieving these goals. But what exactly are open standards, and why are they so important for the security industry? In this blogpost, we delve into the some of the what, why, and the how of open standards.