A comparison of MoReq and SÄHKE metadata and functional requirements

Abstract

Purpose

The article compares MoReq and Finnish SÄHKE specifications to see their differences and similarities. Both MoReq and SÄHKE set requirements to functionality and metadata of ERM systems and define a XML‐scheme for exporting records from the systems. Thus, both specifications are quite similar in some sense. This article seeks to find out whether there is an easy way for harmonizing both.

Design/methodology/approach

The study is based on textual sources.

Findings

MoReq and SÄHKE are quite incompatible when one looks at data models, elements and functional requirements. There are also some similarities, but no clear path from one specification to another.

Practical implications

There is no easy way for turning a SÄHKE‐approved system into MoReq certified system (or vice versa). Harmonizing SÄHKE with MoReq would require major revisions in SÄHKE and also a policy change in Finland.

Originality/value

Because the SÄHKE specification is available only in Finnish, its content is largely unknown outside the country. There are no similar studies.

Citation

Henttonen, P. (2009), "A comparison of MoReq and SÄHKE metadata and functional requirements", Records Management Journal, Vol. 19 No. 1, pp. 26-36. https://doi.org/10.1108/09565690910937227