Information technology standardisation - theory and practice
2013-10-03 ( Olle Olsson ; W3C/Sweden )
What is the idealised picture of standardisation of information technology? And in what ways does practical standardisation often deviate from the ideal?
Information standards: objectives, processes, results
2013-05-02 ( Olle Olsson ; W3C/Sweden )
Standards are the result of collaborative efforts by stakeholders to establish some common denominator in some area where technology is deployed. What is it that standards should achieve? How is a standard created? And what characterises a standard?
Information standards: concepts and issues
2013-01-23 ( Olle Olsson ; W3C/Sweden )
Standards create a foundation for more effective use of information technology, as well as bringing advantages to end-users and technology providers. But it is important to be aware of what constitutes a good standard, and how standards development can ensure that mutual benefits actually emerge from completed standardisation work.