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SCTE Standards Working Groups
Thank you for your interest in joining an SCTE Standards Working Group!
There are five subcommittees that make up our Standards Program. Each Subcommittee consists of specialized working groups. Your journey begins by joining one or several working groups based in your areas of expertise and industry experience.
Data Standards Subcommittee (DSS)
The Data Standards Subcommittee (DSS) creates standards and operational practices for the delivery of digital service supporting high-speed data, video, VoIP, Internet of things (IoT), artificial intelligence, smart cities, and other services over cable networks.
Working Groups Include:
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
- Aging in Place/Telemedicine Working Group
- Smart Cities
Meeting Schedule
Click here to download the SCTE Standards Program Meeting Schedule
Digital Video Subcommittee (DVS)
The Digital Video Subcommittee (DVS) creates standards and operational practices for the design and operation of systems for delivery of video, audio, and associated data for the Cable Industry, coordinating as necessary with organizations such as ATSC, CTA, SMPTE, NCTA, and CableLabs.
Working Groups Include:
- Video and Audio Services
- Data and Transport Applications
- Network Architecture and Management
- Transmission and Distribution
- Digital Program Insertion
- MPEG-DASH
- DVS Next Generation Systems
Energy Management Subcommittee (EMS)
Corporate sustainability goals and rising energy costs continue to influence network operations and broadband services. This subcommittee is focused on helping the industry create innovative, environmentally friendly solutions. EMS is responsible for identifying best practices to:
Working Groups Include:
- Reduce power consumption and costs
- Increase operating efficiency
- Define energy metrics, data collection, and reporting
- Improve speed to market of innovative solutions
- Access network efficiency
- Optimize facility climate technology
Interface Practices Subcommittee (IPS)
The Interface Practices Subcommittee (IPS) develops standards and operational practices for active and passive equipment, including cables and connectors, used in broadband communications systems. The focus of the work is in the access network, including headends, hubs, outside plant, and customer premises. The Generic Access Platform (GAP) project is standardizing the mechanical and electrical interfaces for node modules, including R-PHY, PON, and wireless modules.
Working Groups Include:
- Active devices
- Passive devices
- Connector & Cable
- Fiber Optics
- Construction & Maintenance
- Cable and Connector Sustainability
Network Operations Subcommittee (NOS)
The Network Operations Subcommittee (NOS) creates standards, operational practices, technical reports, and industry references to provide support for the implementation and operation of cable networks. The NOS focuses on network testing, measurements, business continuity, disaster recovery, and other topics relevant to the performance and operational management of cable networks.
Working Groups Include:
- Test Measurements
- Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
- HFC Management
- DOCSIS® 4.0 Tools and Readiness
- Wireless
- Proactive Network Maintenance (PNM)
- Network and Service Reliability
Unsure which working group to join?
Tell us a little bit about yourself and we’ll help match you with the right group.
How to Join a Standards Working Group
Step 1: Register a New Account
Remember, new members begin by joining one or several working groups. Now, let’s begin the process by creating an account via Causeway, a web portal for the Standards Workspace. Causeway offers members a range of features and benefits, including tools for communication, document submission, balloting, and meeting tracking, as well as enhanced visibility and individual control over contributions and subscriptions.
If you already have an account you can skip directly to step 2.
Step 2: Select Your Working Groups
Next, from anywhere on the site, you can activate the Workgroup selection drop-down menu in the upper left of the portal, noted by a triangle, and click Join a Workgroup. You can also access the Workgroup Memberships page by clicking the View Workgroups button in the Your Workgroups section on the left side of the Causeway Home area.
If you don't see working groups as an option, ensure you are subscribed to a subcommittee first.
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