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Moda-ML is based on the approach of ebXML to the construction of a
vertical collaborative framework.
ebXML, started in 1999, is a joint
initiative of UN/CEFACT (United Nations Centre for Facilitation of
Procedures and Practices for Administration, Commerce and Transport) and
OASIS (Organization for Advancement of Structured Information Standard).
Presently these organisations are working to develop and complete the
specifications.
Presently the specifications related to company profiling
(CPP) and transport (ebMS) has been recognized by ISO as ISO TS
15000-x.
According with the ebXML approach, Moda-ML is based on the
data exchange through XML messages built on a common view of the collaborative
processes and on a common (sectorial) dictionary.
More in details,
Moda-ML versus the features of the ebXML approaches:
- Definition of a reference scenario for B2B in the upstream side of
the supply chain (from raw material to clothing)
(YES, Moda-ML has defined sectorial reference processes
)
- Formalisation of a ebBP (BPSS) (decomposition of the processes into elementary business activities); the actors can decide which activities they want to implement
(YES, all formal ebBP documents have been formalised, click here)
- Definition of collaborative profiles (CPP) of the companies
(Yes, some possible extensions have been examined here)
- Definition of collaborative agreements (CPA) between companies
(statements about the modality of the bilateral co-operation)
(work in progress, Moda-ML has experienced CPA
support related to the transport protocols; an extended version, based on
extended CPP, is being studied)
- Common sectorial dictionary based on core components
(YES)
- Message transportation protocol (ebMS)
(YES, Moda-ML developed its demonstrative MSH system on
these specifications)
- Setting up of a common Repository to collect and retrieve
collaboration information (profiles) on the companies
(NO, Moda-ML does not want to develop a centralised
operative structure; its efforts are addressed to provide a true peer-to-peer
operating infrastructure)
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