The tests prove whether or not a geospatial information system software product conforms to the OpenGIS Implementation Specifications that OGC has created through its industry consensus process. The availability of OpenGIS Specification conformant server products that provide access to data via client queries on attributes and geometry sets the stage for achieving full geospatial interoperability across the industry. As client tools with OpenGIS Specification conformant interfaces become available from other vendors, geospatial interoperability between servers and clients and across applications will be possible. As other software vendors implement OpenGIS Specification conformant interfaces in their products, users will begin to reap the benefits of open systems geoprocessing.
Users can help by reminding vendors that OpenGIS interoperability interfaces are a high priority.
This is another indication of Oracle's unwavering commitment to deploying open spatial technology across every GIS, Internet, and business application.