JCA-CIT Terms of Reference

1. The collection and making available of information about testing activities and testing methodologies;
2. Provision of feedback on collected information as appropriate;
3. Seeking of input with regard to the implementation of tasks stated in WTSA-08 Resolution 76;
4. Development of a common understanding of Conformance vs. Interoperability testing;
5. Development of the requirements placed on writing Recommendations to accommodate testing;
6. Provision of technical assistance to Rapporteurs and editors writing Recommendations for testing;
7. Provision of technical assistance to Rapporteurs and editors writing test specifications;
8. Assistance in the interpretation of the X.290- and Z.160/170-series of Recommendations;
9. Provision of input towards the evolution of Recommendations that define testing methodology;
10. Dissemination of information about testing across other SDOs, e.g. ISO, ETSI
11. Preparation of material for tutorials, workshops, conferences and make presentations as appropriate;
12. Promotion of the use of a common terminology and methodology of testing;
13. Finding working methods to co-ordinate activities and improve sharing of results;
14. Giving guidance on testing in NGN, IPTV, Home Networking and other areas.

• COM 17-LS 178 [2005-2008], Establishment of a Joint Coordination Activity on Conformance and Interoperability Testing (JCA-CIT)
• TSAG-R 1 [2009-2012], Annex H, ToR of JCA-CIT
• WTSA-08 Resolution 76, Studies related to conformance and interoperability testing, assistance to developing countries, and a possible future ITU mark programme