Re: [802SEC] P2413 Standard for an Architectural Framework for the Internet of Things (IoT)

[Geoff Thompson <thompson@ieee.org>]

This is just another example of the EXTREME need 

for the SA to step up to its long neglected problem of coordination

(especially wrt the individual/entity barrier that the SA has created).

If I were to be extremely cynical, I could say that it appears that the SA, in fact, did away with the legacy coordination requirement just so they could create a "lower overhead" system of balloting for the (not yet created at that point) entity standards opportunity.  I'm pretty cynical but I don't actually think that was the case.  I do think that, now that the system is in place, powerful forces don't want to give an inch.

Geoff

On Jun 10, 2014, at 9:20 AMPDT, Pat Thaler <pthaler@BROADCOM.COM> wrote:

Dear Colleagues,

 

Are any of you following this project? It’s an entity group with the BOG/CAG as sponsor. Scope, Purpose and Need are copied below. The WG home page is at:

http://grouper.ieee.org/groups/2413/index.html

 

Pat

 

5.2 Scope: This standard defines an architectural framework for the Internet of Things (IoT), including descriptions of various IoT domains, definitions of IoT domain abstractions, and identification of commonalities between different IoT domains.

The architectural framework for IoT provides a reference model that defines relationships among various IoT verticals (e.g., transportation, healthcare, etc.) and common architecture elements. It also provides a blueprint for data abstraction and the quality "quadruple" trust that includes protection, security, privacy, and safety." Furthermore, this standard provides a reference architecture that builds upon the reference model. The reference architecture covers the definition of basic architectural building blocks and their ability to be integrated into multi-tiered systems. The reference architecture also addresses how to document and, if strived for, mitigate architecture divergence. This standard leverages existing applicable standards and identifies planned or ongoing projects with a similar or overlapping scope.

 

5.4 Purpose: The Internet of Things (IoT) is predicted to become one of the most significant drivers of growth in various technology markets. Most current standardization activities are confined to very specific verticals and represent islands of disjointed and often redundant development. The architectural framework defined in this standard will promote cross-domain interaction, aid system interoperability and functional compatibility, and further fuel the growth of the IoT market. The adoption of a unified approach to the development of IoT systems will reduce industry fragmentation and create a critical mass of multi-stakeholder activities around the world.

5.5 Need for the Project: This standard will help to reduce current fragmentation in the various IoT verticals. By addressing the need for an IoT architectural framework, IEEE will fulfill its mission to benefit humanity by increasing the interoperability and portability of IoT solutions to both the industry and the end consumer.

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