Our specifications

The S-Series specifications cover a range of topics related to IPS, including logistics, maintenance planning, supply-chain management, training and technical data, reliability and maintainability, and sustainment. They provide guidance on how to effectively manage and support complex systems, maximizing system availability and readiness while reducing life cycle costs. 

The S-Series specifications are crucial for industry stakeholders, including manufacturers, operators, and maintenance providers as well as customers, offering a common language and framework that ensures consistent quality and efficiency. Widely adopted by aerospace and defense sectors, these specifications are indispensable tools for achieving higher levels of reliability and performance. 

Benefits of S-Series IPS specifications

Optimized operational readiness

Improves system availability and performance by providing clear guidelines for maintenance and support, leading to increased operational efficiency

Enhanced interoperability

Standardized frameworks ensure seamless integration across platforms, improving communication and coordination between systems and stakeholders in aerospace and defense

Maximized data reuse

Facilitates effective information sharing and reuse, reducing duplication and ensuring consistency in technical data and documentation

Reduced lifecycle costs

Streamlines processes and promotes cost-saving measures throughout the product lifecycle, from acquisition to in-service support, lowering overall expenses

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Key milestones in the development of the S-series

The origins of the S-Series can be traced back to joint working groups formed in response to NATO requirements established in 1993. This collaborative effort led to the development of the initial specifications.
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Global adoption

The S-Series specifications have experienced remarkable international growth, transitioning from a European initiative to a global standard embraced by nations worldwide. Significant milestones, such as MOU signings with ATA (for S1000D only) and AIA, hav...
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