Why is SCOPE focusing on base platform and tools only?
SCOPE is focusing strictly on areas of the CGBP that are mature and are going to be commoditized now or in the near future and therefore not an area of differentiation. SCOPE must also limit its work to parts of the base platform that are addressed by Open Interface Specifications and Free Open Source Software. Over time SCOPE may consider additional areas. In parallel, SCOPE identifies gaps and encourages open specifications in related domains.