Conformity Assessment

Abstract

The preceding chapters, especially Chap.  5, describe conformance constructs used in message profiles or document types. Chapter  7 describes in detail the different relationship among profiles. This chapter seeks to clarify the use of the conformance constructs by providing a context in which the requirements can be assessed. An example conformity assessment is presented for the usage, cardinality, and vocabulary conformance constructs. The example takes into consideration both the possible states of data-presence with regard to the specific attribute each conformance construct addresses as well as the conditional outcomes (if applicable). The result is a set of truth tables that will aid readers in interpreting the meaning of the conformance constructs. Similar assessments can be performed for the other constructs. The information provided in this chapter can serve as a guide when conducting conformance testing.