Define a shared vocabulary
Give recurring concepts stable names and relationships so people and systems interpret them consistently.
Desired outcome
An explicit concept scheme with documented labels and relations.
Explore from the outcome
Where this function can lead
These documented connections are starting points for selection, not a ranked list.
Ways to do it
Methods that can help achieve this outcome.
- Controlled vocabulary modeling
Organize concepts with preferred labels and explicit semantic relationships.
Link evidence: SKOS Simple Knowledge Organization System Reference
Specifications and guidance
Standards and frameworks relevant to the work.
- SKOS
Vocabulary for sharing concept schemes, labels, and semantic relationships.
Link evidence: SKOS Simple Knowledge Organization System Reference
Typical inputs
- Domain terms and naming disagreements
Typical outputs
- Labeled concepts and relationships
Sources
Last reviewed 2026-09-30