ICT and Documentation Department
The main functions of ICT and Documentation Department include implementation of suitable documentation, editing, ICT and information dissemination policies; and supporting technical departments in the fields of documentation, classification, codification, information dissemination, scanning, photocopying, and information technology. The department is divided into three sections, namely Editorial and Reprography, Library and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

Editorial and Reprography Section
The Editorial and Reprography Section has the following functions:
a Type-setting of standards, standards related documents, promotional materials, TBS stationery and other articles;
b. Reviewing, Editing and proof-reading standards and standards related materials, promotional materials, TBS stationery and other manuscripts;
c. Preparation of art work for the items to be printed;
d. Facilitation and overseeing of printing of standards, standards related documents, promotional materials, TBS stationery and other articles;
e. Photocopying, duplicating, laminating and binding of various TBS documents;
f. Attending to technical queries from technical secretaries.
Library Section
The Library Section has the following functions:
a. Information dissemination and retrieval;
b. Shelving and weeding of publications;
c. Sales of Tanzania, foreign and international standards;
d. Offering current awareness services to TBS staff;
e. Information dissemination to business community through the National Enquiry Point;
f. Offering referral services to other libraries for information that is not found at the Bureau;
g. Acquisition of library materials;
h. Training newly recruited employees on library use;
i. General correspondence.

ICT Section

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Section has the following functions:
a. Establishment and maintenance of internal computer communication through the Local Area Network (LAN);
b. The promotion of the Bureau through digital means;
c. Training TBS staff in ICT, sustainable use of computers and basic troubleshooting;
d. Computers and printers routine maintenance;
e. Installation of programs and software;
f. Local Area Network (LAN) administration and website management;


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