This document defines the official specification for the creation, structure, and lifecycle of Norsh Technical Papers (NTPs). It establishes a normative template to be followed in all technical standardization within the Norsh ecosystem. The NTP model is applicable to both public and private implementations, ensuring consistency, auditability, and traceability of technical decisions.The NTP model is not restricted to internal use and may be adopted by external entities seeking a standardized, jurisdiction-neutral framework for technical governance.
The NTP framework is designed to support a standardized method for writing and publishing technical documents. All NTPs must adhere to a structured format with strict sectioning and language requirements. The default technical language for all documents, interfaces, and APIs is English (United States).Each NTP must use a sequential identifier (e.g., NTP-1, NTP-2, etc.), with no gaps in the numbering. The suffix -X may be appended exclusively for customizations made for private entities or closed groups. Global standards must never include the -X suffix.
When necessary, an NTP may include a section outlining specific constraints, preconditions, applicability limits, or mandatory premises for its interpretation or implementation. This section may define:
Applicability to certain networks, domains, or jurisdictional contexts.
Each NTP must declare the following metadata at the beginning of the document:
Identifier: Format NTP-[number], strictly sequential.
Title: Descriptive and unambiguous.
Status:
DRAFT: Under revision.
PUBLISHED: Final and adopted.
DEPRECATED: Replaced or obsolete.
Authors: Responsible contributors and roles.
Dates:
Date of Creation
Date of Publication
Date of Deprecation (if applicable)
Replaces / Replaced By: To indicate lineage and succession.
Revisions: Minor corrections, non-breaking clarifications.
References: Relevant documents or NTPs.
Adaptation Of: Used only in -X NTPs to declare the source document.
License: The NTP may be published under the Norsh Commons License (NCL) or any other recognized open license, provided it is compatible with the intended usage. Dual or composite licensing is permitted, including coexistence with standards such as MIT, Apache, Creative Commons, or sector-specific regulatory licenses where applicable.
All NTPs must conform to the following ordered structure:
1.
Scope Define the purpose and technical applicability.
2.
Normative Principles(Optional) Establish the rationale, objectives, and governance.
3.
Preconditions and Scope Constraints(Optional) Set applicability limits or implementation dependencies.
4.
Technical Specification(Or most appropriate title to describe the normative content of the NTP) Detail the core standard, structure, algorithm, format, or method.
5.
Appendix(Optional) Include illustrative materials, diagrams, or supporting examples.
6.
References(Optional) List other NTPs, RFCs, or external resources.
7.
Revisions(If applicable) Provide reverse-chronological list of minor document updates.
8.
Conclusion Summarize the importance of compliance and final assertions.
When adapting an existing NTP for a specific organization, product, or restricted group, a new NTP must be issued with:
A unique sequential number.
The suffix -X, indicating exclusive customization.
An Adaptation Of field referencing the base NTP.
This method preserves global sequencing integrity while enabling scoped private extensions.Example:
NTP-134-X: Customization for Entity ABC
Status: PUBLISHED
Authors: Technical Division ABC
Date of Creation: 2025-08-01
Date of Publication: 2025-08-03
Adaptation Of: NTP-17
License: NCL-11
Global standards and ecosystem-wide norms must not use the -X suffix under any circumstance.
The NTP-1 specification defines the standard for creating and managing Norsh Technical Papers. By adhering to the outlined structure and metadata requirements, stakeholders ensure consistent documentation and traceability across the Norsh ecosystem. This document provides the foundation for all future NTPs and establishes a clear framework for their lifecycle and governance.Revisions, when necessary, allow for minor corrections or clarifications while preserving the integrity of the technical content. References to related or replaced documents further enhance traceability and contextual understanding.
