4.2.1.2 Identify which definition applies to which AIP

The repository shall be able to identify which definition applies to which AIP.

Supporting Text

This is necessary to ensure that the appropriate definition is used when parsing/interpreting an AIP.

Examples for Meeting the Requirement

Documentation clearly linking each AIP, or class of AIPs, to its definition.

Discussion

The repository may use any method for associating the definitions and the AIPs that provides for the continued and continuous linkage of the two entities.

Evidence Provided

See the written definition of an APTrust AIP in our documentation for Definition of an AIP, which describes all AIPs in APTrust’s control, and section 4.2.1 Associated definition for each AIP or class of AIPs.