Advanced Topics in Information Technology Standards and Standardization Research Volume 1

Advanced Topics in Information Technology Standards and Standardization Research is a series of books which features the most current research findings in all aspects of IT standardization research from a diversity of angles traversing the traditional boundaries between individual disciplines. Advanced Topics in Information Technology Standards and Standardization Research Volume 1 is a part of this series. Advanced Topics in Information Technology Standards and Standardization Research Volume 1 presents a collection of chapters addressing a variety of aspects related to IT standards and the setting of standards. This book covers a variety of topics such as economic aspects of standards alliances in standardization and the relation between ''formal'' standards bodies and industry consortia. It also offers a glimpse inside a standards working group as well as a look at applications of standards in different sectors.