What is the OSGi Specification process?
Proposed OSGi specifications are developed by an Expert Group comprised of participants from interested OSGi Alliance member companies. After a thorough review by the Expert Group, the proposed specification is submitted to the OSGi Alliance Board of Directors for review and approval. The Board will approve the specification or return it to the EG for additional work. Once approved by the Board, the specification must undergo a minimum 45-day review period by all members. Any necessary patent claims must be identified by members during this time. Following the review period, the OSGi Alliance members vote on approval of the specification. Once approved by a majority of OSGi Alliance members, the specification is ratified. Finally, the OSGi Alliance Board of Directors will make a final decision on public release of the specification.
