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intelligence systems, the overall success in shifting from stove-pipe systems that are
self-referred to net-centric systems that interoperate with one another depends ultimately on
interoperable components. Interoperability means that systems "speak" the same language at the
interface level—their respective building block components communicate with one another. Systems
that understand one another can operate on data collected outside their environment, process
commands between themselves, and collectively make sense of that data to further refine
decision processes. Interoperability is the key in creating an information network that
seeks to both maximize the value of collected data, and also maximize the dissemination of
that collected data for intelligence purposes. Interoperability is likewise a key in reducing
initial system deployment costs and on-going supporting costs.
The Interoperability Working Group (IWG) develops and mediates Recommended Practices (RPs)
and Engineering Guidelines (EGs) to help ensure interoperability of motion imagery systems
and products in the commercial and Government arenas for the DoD and Intelligence Communities.
The IWG manages and supports the operations of two interoperability laboratories that are
available to both MISB members and product vendors for the purpose of testing hardware and
software for interoperability development initiatives. |
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