Pragmatic method for interoperability test suite derivation
Mazen Malek, Sarolta Dibuz · Proceedings. 24th EUROMICRO Conference (Cat. No.98EX204) · 2002
Theoretically, conformance yields interworking and interoperability. However, experience has shown problems even when systems are conforming to the same standard. By having a glance at its methodology, conformance testing addresses the tested system as an isolated entity. Prior to real procurement on the other hand, network operators apply a set of modifications that make a system applicable to their environment. As a result of these modifications, conformity, possibly, will have new significance and definition. Any other system moreover, could be a subject of similar action. This puts the conformity relation on edge, and makes implication of interoperability a hope rather than a culmination. The paper proposes an approach for generating an interoperability test suite from the relevant conformance test suite.