IOPS.ORG does not develop standards and it does not lobby. IOPS.ORG performs analogous functions in solving the kinds of network integrity problems that require cooperation among members of the same industry. Like the NRSC, IOPS.ORG is concerned with ensuring a continued high level of network reliability, which means that some level of technical cooperation among industry players is essential. They recognized the need to formally address interoperability and other technical problems that arise in the rapidly growing Internet environment. In order to ensure that IOPS.ORG is effective, members must participate in IOPS.ORG activities and contribute actively to its goals and objectives.
Members pay annual dues which support IOPS.ORG personnel and activities.
It is intended that at the appropriate time, IOPS.ORG will become an independent, self-sufficient organization. IOPS.ORG will work as appropriate with others, including other Internet organizations, the information industry, vendors of Internet equipment, and other interested entities. IOPS.ORG expects to invite non-members to participate in focused activities, and it may convene open meetings. In addition, IOPS.ORG expects to work with the Internet Performance Working Group which the XIWT plans to create. Such a working group would comprise Internet users and equipment and service providers.