ISO 20652-2006 PDF

Full title and description

Space data and information transfer systems — Producer‑archive interface — Methodology abstract standard. ISO 20652:2006 defines and structures the relationships and interactions between an information producer and an archive, specifying the methodology for actions from initial contact until information objects are received and validated by the archive (the ingest/producer‑archive interface stage of OAIS).

Abstract

ISO 20652:2006 identifies the phases, objectives, required actions and expected results for exchanges between producers and archives. It provides a general methodological framework to support negotiation of submission agreements, receipt of submissions and quality assurance during the ingest process as described in the OAIS (ISO 14721) reference model. The standard is intended to support development of implementation guides and interoperable procedures for producer‑archive interactions.

General information

• Status: Published.
• Publication date: 2006‑02 (Edition 1, 2006).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 49.140 (Space systems and operations).
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (2006).
• Number of pages: 79 pages (ISO metadata).

Scope

This International Standard specifies a methodology for the producer‑archive interface covering the earliest phases of ingest: negotiation of the submission agreement, receiving submissions, and carrying out quality assurance checks. It applies to space data and information transfer contexts and to archives implementing the OAIS reference model; the framework is deliberately abstract so it can be adapted to specific organisational, technical and contractual environments.

Key topics and requirements

• Identification and definition of phases in producer → archive transfers (preparation, submission, receipt, validation, acceptance).
• Objectives and expected results for each phase (administrative, technical and contractual outcomes).
• Methodological steps for negotiating submission agreements between producers and archives.
• Procedures for receipt of submissions and initial quality assurance/validation checks at ingest.
• Mapping of the producer‑archive actions to OAIS functional entities (Administration and Ingest functions).
• Framework intended for reuse and extension to develop implementation guides and interoperable processes in the space data community.

Typical use and users

Used by archive managers, data producers (space agencies, mission teams, instrument teams), repository designers, data curators and systems engineers responsible for ingest workflows and archival agreements. Typical applications include mission data handover, long‑term preservation planning, and development of submission/ingest tools and procedures that align with OAIS.

Related standards

ISO 14721 (OAIS reference model) — provides the reference model and functional entities that ISO 20652 maps to and builds upon. ISO 16363 (audit and certification of trustworthy digital repositories) and other ISO/CCSDS space data standards addressing preservation, repository trustworthiness and related interfaces are commonly referenced alongside ISO 20652 when implementing archival workflows. CCSDS publications that underlie OAIS concepts are also relevant.

Keywords

producer‑archive interface, ingest, OAIS, submission agreement, quality assurance, space data, archival metadata, preservation workflows, ISO 20652:2006.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 20652:2006 is an ISO International Standard that defines a methodological framework for interactions between information producers and archives in the context of space data and information transfer systems.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the initial stages of the ingest process — from first contact and negotiation of submission agreements through receipt of submissions and initial quality assurance/validation — and maps those actions to OAIS functional entities (Administration and Ingest).

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Archives, data producers (e.g., space agencies and mission teams), repository designers, data curators and systems engineers who need a standardized methodology for submission, receipt and validation of archival information.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 20652:2006 was published in 2006 and remains a published ISO International Standard. It is part of the OAIS‑related family of standards that are periodically reviewed; users should check ISO metadata for the latest review status before assuming changes.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It sits within the ISO/TC 20/SC 13 portfolio (space data and information transfer systems) and is often used together with OAIS (ISO 14721) and repository/audit standards (e.g., ISO 16363) and CCSDS recommendations that address archival and preservation practices.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Producer‑archive interface, ingest, submission agreement, quality assurance, OAIS, space data, archival workflow, digital preservation.