ISO/IEC 19763-12:2015/Amd 1:2023

Overview

ISO/IEC 19763-12:2015/Amd 1:2023 is an important amendment to the international standard ISO/IEC 19763-12, titled Information Technology - Metamodel Framework for Interoperability (MFI) - Part 12: Metamodel for Information Model Registration. This amendment focuses on the alignment of the metamodel for information model registration with Edition 4 of ISO/IEC 11179-3. Developed by the ISO/IEC Joint Technical Committee JTC 1, Subcommittee SC 32 on Data Management and Interchange, this standard ensures improved interoperability and semantic consistency across diverse information systems.

The update emphasizes harmonization with the ISO/IEC 11179-3 standard, which relates to the metadata registries and their common registry facilities, thus supporting a more unified approach to the registration and management of information models globally.

Key Topics

• Metamodel Framework for Interoperability (MFI): The standard defines a metamodel framework enabling effective interoperability between various information systems through consistent information modeling.
• Information Model Registration: Specifies the structure and processes for registering information models to enhance reuse, consistency, and clarity.
• Alignment with ISO/IEC 11179-3, Edition 4: Ensures conformity with the latest edition of ISO/IEC 11179-3 to maintain compatibility with metadata registry standards.
• Updated Definitions and Notes: Several key terms such as "association," "described domain," "entity," and "object class" have been revised to align with the updated ISO/IEC 11179-3.
• Removal of Annex B: The amendment deletes the previous Annex B, leading to reclassification of the subsequent annexes and an update in clause and figure numbering.

Applications

This standard and its amendment offer practical value across industries where data management, metadata interoperability, and consistent information modeling are critical:

• Enterprise Data Governance: Enables organizations to register and manage information models centrally, promoting uniformity in data definitions and usage.
• Software Development & Integration: Facilitates application interoperability by ensuring shared understanding of data models across systems.
• Metadata Repositories: Supports the development and maintenance of metadata registries with updated metamodels aligned with international best practices.
• Information Exchange Standards: Enhances semantic clarity necessary for standards dealing with data exchange between heterogeneous applications in sectors like finance, healthcare, government, and manufacturing.
• Big Data and Analytics: Provides a foundational framework for consistent metadata modeling instrumental for data analytics, reporting, and data quality management.

Related Standards

• ISO/IEC 11179-3:Information Technology – Metadata Registries (MDR) – Part 3: Metamodel for Registry Common Facilities (Edition 4) - the core standard updated in this amendment.
• ISO/IEC 19763 Series: The broader Metamodel Framework for Interoperability series which addresses different aspects of model-based interoperability.
• ISO/IEC 2382:Information Technology – Vocabulary - referenced for foundational terminology aligned with information technology standards.
• ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 and Part 2: Guidelines covering the development, approval, and maintenance processes for international standards.

Keywords: ISO/IEC 19763-12 Amendment, Metamodel Framework for Interoperability, Information Model Registration, ISO/IEC 11179-3 Edition 4, Metadata Registries, Data Management Standards, Information Technology Standards, Metadata Interoperability, Data Governance, International Standards on Information Models.