Overview
ISO/IEC 10166-2:1991/Amd 2:1996 is an important international standard in the field of information technology, specifically dealing with Text and Office Systems. This amendment focuses on the Document Filing and Retrieval (DFR) system, detailing the combined usage of DFR and Document Transfer and Access Methods (DTAM). It specifies protocol extensions to enable interoperability and enhanced functionality in document management systems by integrating DFR with DTAM.
Developed and maintained by the joint ISO/IEC technical committee JTC 1, Subcommittee SC 18, this standard amendment enhances the original protocol specification of ISO/IEC 10166-2:1991 by introducing combined DFR-DTAM access methods. This facilitates more seamless document filing, retrieval, and communication processes within office environments and enterprise document management systems.
Key Topics
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Protocol Specification Extension
Amendment 2 defines the combined protocol usage between DFR and DTAM. It includes updates to the Application Layer and Abstract Syntax Notation One (ASN.1) definitions to support joint operations.
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DFR Access Protocol Model Integration
The standard provides a model illustrating how DFR and DTAM protocols work together using established layers such as ROSE (Remote Operations Service Element) and Presentation Connection. This allows streamlined communication and document access.
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ASN.1 Abstract Syntax Updates
The amendment adds new object identifiers and imports DTAM-specific modules into the existing DFR ASN.1 structure. This expands the set of supported application contexts enabling interoperability.
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Formal Object Identifier Assignments
It formally assigns unique object identifiers for the combined protocol context, facilitating consistent protocol referencing and implementation across systems.
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Technical Collaboration
Reflecting collaboration between ISO and IEC, this amendment ensures the continued alignment and evolution of office document processing standards in the global IT landscape.
Applications
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Enterprise Document Management Systems
Organizations can implement combined DFR and DTAM protocols to improve efficiency in document filing, retrieval, and transfer processes within large-scale office environments.
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Interoperable Office Automation Tools
Software vendors can develop applications that leverage the combined protocol for robust, interoperable document handling services, supporting diverse office systems.
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Standardized Protocol Implementation
IT professionals and developers can utilize the formal protocol specifications and ASN.1 syntax to ensure compliance with international standards, promoting system compatibility and reducing integration complexity.
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Government and Regulatory Compliance
Governments and regulatory bodies can mandate or recommend adoption of this standard to guarantee consistent document management practices across agencies.
Related Standards
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ISO/IEC 10166-2:1991
The original protocol specification for Document Filing and Retrieval, which this amendment updates with combined usage.
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DTAM Protocol (ITU-T Recommendation T.436)
The Document Transfer and Access Methods protocol providing foundational modules imported and integrated within this amendment.
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ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 18 Standards
Other related standards developed by the same subcommittee, covering document processing and communication protocols.
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ASN.1 (Abstract Syntax Notation One) Standards
A key notation used for defining data structures and protocols in ISO/IEC 10166-2 and its amendments.
Keywords: ISO/IEC 10166-2, Document Filing and Retrieval, DFR, DTAM, protocol specification, document management systems, ASN.1, office automation, information technology standards, international standard, document retrieval protocol.