The JSP 600 document gives an overview of the management, support and assurance processes. The JSP 602's leaflets contain the minimum mandated standards required to underpin interoperability.
The JSP 600 series has been created to support the achievement of Information Coherence through coherence of Information related services, applications, systems and infrastructure.
It has been driven by the need to rationalise the extant technical policies, standards and directives; managing issues such as the integration of legacy systems and equipment in the context of Smart Acquisition. It recognises that there must be appropriate operational imperatives and business benefits to justify directions and guidance for information coherence.
The JSP 600 series represents a new and innovative approach to enhancing joint and multi-national interoperability as well as enable the achievement of Information Age Government target of joined-up government by concentrating on the procedures for developing clear and concise directions and guidance.