NISO Z39.83-1 : 2012

Foreword
1 Purpose
2 Scope
3 Normative References
4 Definitions and Conventions
5 Definition of NCIP Service Types, Services, and Messages
6 Data Dictionary
7 Stable Table Governing Messaging over a Single Connection
8 Standard Message Headers and Versioning
9 Profiles
Appendix A (normative) - Definitions of Values for Use
           within the "Problem" Data Element
Appendix B (informative) - Lists of Values for Data Elements
Appendix C (informative) - Implementation Profile Template
Appendix D (informative) - Application Profile Template
Appendix E (informative) - Relationship between This Standard
           and Associated Profiles
Appendix F (informative) - Designation of Maintenance Agency
           and Registration Authority
Bibliography

Describes a protocol that is limited to the exchange of messages between and among computer-based applications to enable them to perform the functions necessary to lend and borrow items, to provide controlled access to electronic resources, and to facilitate co-operative management of these functions.