The objectives for SIM are the following:
1. Raise standards of basic metrology in each country in the hemisphere,

2. Contribute to the measurement infrastructure required to promote equity in commercial transactions,

3. Foster competitiveness and quality in the manufacturing sector in order to promote commercial transactions,

4. Identify sectors and institutions that can conduct specific multinational activities in metrology support,

5. Contribute to the metrological infrastructure required to protect the environment, to control the accelerated use of resources and to promote the general well-being of the population, including its health and safety.