Standard Time is the uniform time system established for regions or countries to synchronise clocks for daily activities, business, and travel. Before standard time was adopted, timekeeping was based on local solar time, which could vary by minute or hour depending on geographical location.
Sir Sandford Fleming proposed the introduction of Standard Time in the late 19th century, later formalised at the International Meridian Conference in 1884. This system divided the Earth into 24 time zones, each representing one hour of the Earth's rotation. The starting point for Standard Time was set at the Prime Meridian (0° longitude) in Greenwich, England, which is why the system is often referred to as Greenwich Mean Time.
Why Does It Matter?
Standard time remains vital in aviation, maritime navigation, and international business, where synchronization across regions is essential. Timepieces designed to reflect standard time, often with multi-zone capabilities, combine practicality with elegance.
At Just In Time, our selection of world-time watches merges sophisticated engineering with aesthetic refinement. Designed for those who demand precision and versatility, these timepieces ensure you stay connected to the world, no matter where your journey takes you.
