Topic: Coalition Interoperability Title: A Theory of Interoperability Failures
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This paper develops a theory of interoperability failures. Interoperability in this paper refers to the exchange of information and the use of information, once exchanged, between two or more systems. The need for a theory of interoperability failures is introduced along with a discussion of the reinforcing relationship between theory and experiment. First, the interoperability of two systems over time is considered. The failure rate for electronic equipment as it ages over time often follows a life distribution model in the shape of the widely known “Bathtub” curve. By analogy, if one considers the interaction of two systems over time, a theory of interoperability failures can be developed by postulating a life distribution model with three distinct time periods: early, mediate, and relative obsolescence. A causal analysis that focuses on intended functionality, requirements, design implementation, and developmental testing is used to explain the existence of these three time periods. Then, the relationship between interoperability and complexity in terms of interaction and coupling is discussed. Finally, the theory is used to develop criteria for selecting specific systems to study and collect data to refute or lend credence to the theory.
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