ISO 11179 consists of a series of parts that address different aspects of metadata management. These include:
Part 1: Framework for the specification and standardization of data elements Part 2: Classification Part 3: Registry metamodel and basic attributes Part 4: Formulation of data definitions Part 5: Naming and identification principles Part 6: Registration status
By following these parts, organizations can create a structured registry of data elements that are uniformly defined and classified, enhancing data quality and usability.