BOMOS (Management and Development Model for Open Standards)

What is BOMOS?

BOMOS provides a structured approach to the development, implementation, and management of open standards and trust frameworks. It offers practical guidance, best practices, and tools that help organizations establish robust governance structures, ensure stakeholder engagement, and maintain the quality and relevance of standards over time.

The framework is designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing organizations to tailor it to their specific needs and contexts. Whether you're developing a new standard from scratch or improving an existing one, BOMOS provides a solid foundation for success.

Key components of BOMOS

BOMOS addresses several critical aspects of standards management:

• Strategic management: Vision development, governance structures, financial models, and adoption strategies
• Tactical management: Community building, architecture development, and quality assurance
• Operational management: Documentation, implementation support, and version control
• Implementation support: Tools and resources to help organizations implement standards effectively
• Communication: Strategies for promoting standards and engaging with stakeholders

Benefits of using BOMOS

Organizations that adopt BOMOS can expect several benefits:

• Improved quality: A systematic approach to standards development ensures high-quality outcomes
• Enhanced stakeholder engagement: Clear processes for involving all relevant parties
• Greater transparency: Open and documented procedures build trust
• Sustainable management: Long-term viability through appropriate governance and financing
• Interoperability: Standards developed using BOMOS principles facilitate better system integration
• Common language: BOMOS provides a shared vocabulary that makes collaboration easier