Global Platform

Global Platform

GlobalPlatform is an independent, not-for-profit organization concerned with a standardized infrastructure for development, deployment and management of smart cards. It was founded in 1999 to take responsibility for Visa Inc.'s Open Platform specification.

In early 2010 it had 63 members. the organization reaches the 100 members target in 2012.

Execution of GlobalPlatform initiatives is carried out by three technical committees: the Card Committee, Device Committee and Systems Committee. Following the roadmaps crafted by the Board of Directors, these three groups formulate business requirements and define guidelines for different components of multiple industry implementation and deployment.

Members of GlobalPlatform may submit work proposals for Committee consideration. Work proposals include new standards or specifications, amendments to existing standards or specifications, or requests for technical documentation. Full and Participating Members have the ability to review these proposals and provide input on their direction through participation in Committees.

The specifications are freely available at the GlobalPlatform web site.

Read more about Global Platform:  Organizational Structure, Membership, GlobalPlatform Specifications – What They Define, Project Using GlobalPlatform Technology

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