Article1 min read Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - General AnnouncementsTAPPI offers streamlined pathways for developing industry standards and technical information papers (TIPs) that drive measurable impact for operations professionals. Submit your initial concept through the New Idea Submission form, or send a substantial draft directly to standards@tappi.org for accelerated processing. The TAPPI Standards Manager provides expert guidance throughout the approval process, ensuring your technical contributions meet rigorous industry benchmarks. Mid-career professionals can leverage this standards development experience to demonstrate ROI to employers while building leadership credentials within technical committees and advancing their specialized expertise in pulp, paper, and packaging technologies.
