M/020 - Open Document Architect. (ODA)
Standardization Mandate forwarded to CEN/CENELEC/ETSI in the field of Information Technology and Telecommunications concerning Open Document Architecture (ODA)
The Mandate M/020 directs the European standardization organizations CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI to develop standards related to the Open Document Architecture (ODA) within the Information Technology and Telecommunications sector. The objective is to establish common technical specifications that support the interoperable creation, exchange, and management of electronic documents across different systems and platforms. This standardization effort aims to facilitate efficient communication and data sharing by promoting uniform document formats and structures in line with ODA principles. The mandate ensures alignment with EU policies to enhance digital integration and support the internal market.
Purpose
The mandate M/020 aims to standardize the Open Document Architecture (ODA) within the fields of Information Technology and Telecommunications. The goal is to establish a common framework and set of specifications for document structures and formats to ensure interoperability and consistency across different systems and platforms.
Standardisation request
The standardisation request is forwarded to the European Standardisation Organisations CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI. These bodies are tasked with developing the technical standards and specifications necessary to implement the ODA framework effectively, addressing the requirements of the IT and telecommunications sectors.
Expected deliverables
Expected deliverables include a comprehensive set of standards defining the Open Document Architecture. These standards will outline the document models, encoding methods, and communication protocols needed to support the creation, exchange, and management of documents in an open, interoperable format.
Context
The mandate responds to the growing need for standardized document formats to facilitate information exchange in the IT and telecommunications industries. It supports the European Union's broader objectives of enhancing interoperability, reducing technical barriers, and promoting innovation through shared standards in digital communication and documentation.
The mandate covers the field of Information Technology and Telecommunications, specifically focusing on the standardization of the Open Document Architecture (ODA). It addresses document handling, exchange, and interoperability in IT systems.
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions
A European Standardization Mandate is a formal request from the European Commission to the European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI) to develop European standards (ENs) in support of EU legislation and policies. Mandates are issued under Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 and help ensure that products and services meet the essential requirements set out in EU directives and regulations.
M/020 is a European Standardization Mandate titled "Standardization Mandate forwarded to CEN/CENELEC/ETSI in the field of Information Technology and Telecommunications concerning Open Document Architecture (ODA)". Standardization Mandate forwarded to CEN/CENELEC/ETSI in the field of Information Technology and Telecommunications concerning Open Document Architecture (ODA) There are 2 standards developed under this mandate.
Standards developed in response to a mandate and cited in the Official Journal of the European Union become "harmonized standards". Products manufactured in compliance with harmonized standards benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation, facilitating CE marking and market access across the European Economic Area.