BusinessAugust 29, 2026

empanelment

im-PAN-muhnt

Definition

The official act of selecting or registering a list of qualified individuals or organizations to serve in a specific capacity, such as professional auditors.

Etymology

Derived from the legal term 'empanel,' referring to the act of entering names onto a panel or jury list. It stems from the Old French 'panel,' meaning a piece of parchment or a small piece of cloth.

In the news

SECI is creating a list of approved, verified cybersecurity auditors to ensure renewable energy infrastructure meets regulatory standards. This empanelment process effectively vets and authorizes these agencies to perform critical security assessments.

SECI Invites Cybersecurity Auditors To Strengthen Renewable Energy Sector Security

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