FAQ Questions

Registry TC,

Here are my 2 suggested questions/answers. Please feel free to tweak the
responses as you see fit.

Joe

WHAT IS AN XML REGISTRY?

An XML registry is an information system that stores XML artifacts
(e.g., XML schemas, data elements, etc.) as well as details (metadata)
about the artifacts. The storage facility (e.g., a filesystem or
database) that holds registered objects is known as a repository, while
the part of the information system that maintains the metadata for the
registered objects is known as a registry.  

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF AN XML REGISTRY?

The benefits of an XML Registry are numerous and include:

(1) Promotes efficient discovery and maintenance of XML artifacts

(2) Enables efficient version control for XML artifacts

(3) Promotes unified understanding of XML artifacts-Because metadata for
registered XML artifacts is accessible from a single location, a unified
understanding of the purpose of the XML artifacts will be promoted  

(4) Ensures availability and reuse of authoritative XML-A controlled
registration and validation of XML artifacts from authoritative sources
promotes interoperability between trading partners, and facilitates
greater reuse

(5) Enables collaborative development-Users can create XML artifacts and
submit them to an XML registry for use and potential enhancement by
authorized parties. The enhanced versions can then be made available for
access by other authorized parties.