MIL STD- Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)

Keywords data item Data Item Description (DID) MIL STD

3.27 Technical data.

Recorded information, regardless of form or characteristics, of a scientific or technical nature. It may, for example, document research, experimental, developmental or engineering work; or be usable or used to define a design or process or to acquire, support, maintain or operate material. The data may be graphic or pictorial delineations in media such as drawings or photographs; text in specifications or related performance or design type documents; or computer printouts. For purposes of this standard, examples of technical data include research and engineering data, engineering drawings and associated lists, specifications, standards, process sheets, technical reports, catalog item identification and related information, documentation related to computer software, and computer-generated data bases. Technical data does not include computer software or financial, administrative, cost and pricing, and management data, or other information incidental to contract administration.

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Document identifier
DOD-STD-963A
Date published
1986-08-15
Language
English
Document type
defense standard
Pages
36
Defines standard
Replaced/Superseded by document(s)
Cancelled by
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Introduction

1.1 Scope
This standard establishes uniform procedures for the preparation of Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)

1.2 Applicability
The provisions of this standard apply to all DoD components and contractors who are responsible for the preparation of new and revised DIDs intended for use in defense contracts. The provisions of this standard are subject to tailoring guidance (see 6.2.2).

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