ISAN International Agency (ISAN)

ISAN International Agency, a Swiss not-for-profit association, develops and maintains the ISO standard identifier for audiovisual works and their multiple versions to enhance interoperability across the global industry; it is headquartered in Switzerland.

Here are key aspects of the company:

• Innovation: The agency operates under ISO TC46/SC9 as part of a broader family of international media identifiers including ISBN, ISSN, ISRC, ISWC, and DOI.
• Operations: Founded in 2003 by AGICOA, CISAC, and FIAPF following the standard's approval, the organization collaborates with appointed registration agencies to ensure the unique identification of audiovisual works worldwide.
• Customers: Beyond core industry players such as broadcasters and streamers, ISAN empowers security agencies, analytics offices, film funding bodies, archives, developers, and other diverse stakeholders across the ecosystem.

The International Standard Audiovisual Number serves as a critical bridge linking works directly to rights holders while ensuring data integrity for anti-piracy actions and cultural preservation.