A Case Study in Standards Evolution: Preliminary Results and Findings from an Examination of NISO Z39.50
Importance and Complexity
Presentation Overview
Motivation & Justification
The Research Study
Research Approach & Activities
Scope of the Study
Research Questions
Preliminary Conceptual Model
Brief History of Z39.50 Evolution
Main Study Findings
Two Key Concepts
Revising the Conceptual Model
Changing Relevant Environment of Standards Work System
Additional Study Findings for Each Stage
Key Issues from Study
Evolutionary Standards
Role of Implementors as Participants in Standards Work
Boundaries of the Relevant Environment
Measuring Success of Standards Efforts
Standards Work System as Space of Social Interaction
Standards Work: Activities/Processes
Implications for NISO
NISO as Standards Services Provider
Topics for Future Research
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