DomiSML 4.2 support extended
Those eDelivery users who rely on the Commission’s eDelivery sample software DomiSML (previously known as BDMSL) should take note of the extension of the support for DomiSML 4.2 until 13 January 2024.
The initial support end date for DomiSML 4.2 was set to an earlier date, but we understand that organizations may not always be able to upgrade their software immediately. To ensure a smooth and secure transition, we've decided to extend the support for DomiSML 4.2.
The support for DomiSML 4.2 will now continue until three months after the release of DomiSML 4.3. This extension provides organizations with the flexibility they need to plan and execute their upgrade strategy.
This approach allows organizations to continue using DomiSML 4.2 without compromising their security or functionality while they make the necessary preparations for the transition to 4.3. Please note that this extension allows you to delay your upgrade, but only if you're dealing with major security vulnerabilities or blocking issues. For all other non-critical concerns, we kindly recommend upgrading to DomiSML 4.3 for an enhanced experience.
We understand that software transitions can be challenging, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Your safety and satisfaction are paramount, and we're committed to ensuring a smooth journey with DomiSML.
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The eDelivery Building Block
eDelivery is a building block that provides technical specifications and standards, installable software and ancillary services to allow projects to create a network of nodes for secure digital data exchange.
Domibus is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery AS4 Access Point for the interoperable, secure and reliable data exchange. It is based on the eDelivery AS4 profile, an open technical specification for the secure, web-based, payload-agnostic exchange of data or documents.
DomiSMP is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery Service Metadata Publisher for publishing and retrieving data necessary for an eDelivery party to dynamically configure its system for message exchange with counterparties using eDelivery. It is based on the eDelivery SMP profile, an open technical specification for publishing service metadata within a 4-corner network.
DomiSML is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery Service Metadata Locator for an eDelivery party to discover the URLs of other counterparties using eDelivery Access Points and their corresponding metadata. It is based on the eDelivery BDXL profile, an open technical specification for locating Access Points within a network, and on the PEPPOL SML Specification, a technical specification defining a BDXL administration API.
eDelivery: Paving the Way for the Once-Only Technical System
The Once-Only Technical System (OOTS) Projectathon, held in Brussels from 18 to 20 October 2023, marked a significant milestone in the journey towards cross-border data integration. This event brought together teams from various EU countries to boost interoperability and test compliance. In this article, we will explore the role of the eDelivery team in supporting this initiative and the progress made by Member States in implementing the Once-Only Technical System.
eDelivery provides the infrastructure for data exchange
eDelivery is a crucial part of the OOTS secure data exchange architecture. The eDelivery team took part in the Projectathon to support Member States' engineers connect their systems and exchange information. How do they do this? By assissting them to install and configure eDelivery Access Points that allow for secure and hassle-free data exchange.
While the eDelivery team has been actively involved in previous Projectathons, the October 2023 Projectathon had a specific focus on the readiness and effectiveness of the Once-Only Technical System, including the eDelivery Access Points.
At the Projectathon tests, the eDelivery Access Points proved their reliability, ensuring that messages flowed seamlessly. Tests were executed by participating Member States whose teams made the Once-Only Technical System work well in a test environment. This accomplishment highlights the dedication of the Member States’ technical teams, the maturity of the eDelivery solution and the great support provided by the eDelivery team. Lastly, this success demonstrates how eDelivery contributes to interoperability in Europe by ensuring data flows smoothly and securely within and between Member States.
We are excited to see this progress and to support the OOTS Projectathons. With each Projectathon, we are one step closer toward efficient and secure data sharing between EU public authorities.
What are the OOTS Projectathons?
The Once-Only Technical System will connect public authorities across the EU, so they can securely exchange official documents and data at a citizen's or business’ request. This will make life easier for EU citizens who study, work, or move to another EU country.
OOTS Projectathons are collaborative events where teams from EU member states gather to develop and interconnect their systems, conduct interoperability tests, and evaluate compliance in a structured environment. The most recent Projectathon was the third one of the series: it served as a genuine test of the systems and infrastructure required to transform the Once-Only Technical System into a reality.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on the eDelivery services by checking the building block's twitter and web page. For more information, do not hesitate to register for personalised news or contact us via our portal or by e-mail: EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu.
The eDelivery Building Block
eDelivery is a building block that provides technical specifications and standards, installable software and ancillary services to allow projects to create a network of nodes for secure digital data exchange.
© of visuals: Once-Only Technical System
eDelivery at SEMIC
On 18 October, eDelivery had the privilege of participating in SEMIC 2023, an annual conference on semantic interoperability organised by the European Commission.
Our day at SEMIC was a whirlwind, leaving us with little time for a coffee break. The enthusiasm and interest displayed by attendees touched us. Many visitors patiently waited to engage with our team, demonstrating their commitment to understanding our work. To those who might have only picked up one of our flyers, we encourage you to reach out; we are more than willing to continue the conversation even after the event.
We had the pleasure of engaging with a diverse array of attendees, from government officials to private enterprises and non-governmental organisations who visited our stand. Their keen interest and insightful conversations left us eager to follow up on the connections we made. Among the visitors were representatives from various European Member States and government officials. Some were well-acquainted with eDelivery, while others were taking their first steps into the concept. Numerous inquiries regarding our services reflected the widespread interest in the eDelivery Building Block.
Our stand was not just a gathering point for government delegates; it also attracted private sector actors and non-governmental organisations with a specific focus on exchanging data and interoperability. Their contributions added depth to our discussions, highlighting the broad applicability of eDelivery towards interoperability. Additionally, we had the privilege of connecting with members of other European agencies, reinforcing our commitment to collaborative knowledge sharing in this field.
This year, we shared a stand with other Digital Building Blocks: the Once-Only Technical System (OOTS), eID, and eSignature. Visitors venturing to our stand were often interested in the entire family of Digital Building Blocks and in particular how they are use in the Once-Only Technical System.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on the eDelivery services by checking the building block's twitter and web page. For more information, do not hesitate to register for personalised news or contact us via our portal or by e-mail: EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu.
The eDelivery Building Block
eDelivery is a building block that provides technical specifications and standards, installable software and ancillary services to allow projects to create a network of nodes for secure digital data exchange.
In the picture left to right: Yi Qi Ho (eID & eSignature), Marcio Sampaio (eDelivery), Gaia Antonia Santacroce (eID & eSignature), Ioanna Kalogeropoulou (eID & eSignature). Taking the picture © Apostolos Tolis Apladas (eID & eSignature)
DomiSML 4.3 Final Release
Those eDelivery users who rely on the Commission’s eDelivery sample software DomiSML (previously known as BDMSL) should take note of the final release for version 4.3 that has been published on 13 October. The release candidate (RC) for DomiSML 4.3 was available from 7th September 2023 and it was deployed to the eDelivery acceptance environment on Wednesday, 13 September, to enable testing for external users. The final release (FR) is now available on the eDelivery website.
The final release of DomiSML 4.3 introduces a range of new features, improvements and bug fixes. For a comprehensive list of all improvements and bug fixes, please visit the dedicated page at: https://ec.europa.eu/digital-building-blocks/sites/x/5I1RKQ
Support for DomiSML 4.2 has ended and users are strongly recommended to upgrade.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on eDelivery services by checking the building block's Twitter and web page. For more information, do not hesitate to register for personalised news or contact us via our portal or by e-mail: EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu.
The eDelivery Building Block
eDelivery is a building block that provides technical specifications and standards, installable software and ancillary services to allow projects to create a network of nodes for secure digital data exchange.
Domibus is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery AS4 Access Point for the interoperable, secure and reliable data exchange. It is based on the eDelivery AS4 profile, an open technical specification for the secure, web-based, payload-agnostic exchange of data or documents.
DomiSMP is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery Service Metadata Publisher for publishing and retrieving data necessary for an eDelivery party to dynamically configure its system for message exchange with counterparties using eDelivery. It is based on the eDelivery SMP profile, an open technical specification for publishing service metadata within a 4-corner network.
DomiSML is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery Service Metadata Locator for an eDelivery party to discover the URLs of other counterparties using eDelivery Access Points and their corresponding metadata. It is based on the eDelivery BDXL profile, an open technical specification for locating Access Points within a network, and on the PEPPOL SML Specification, a technical specification defining a BDXL administration API.
eInvoicing code lists and validation artefacts updated
The European Commission announces the second update in 2023 of the eInvoicing code lists and the release of the EN 16931 validation artefacts v1.3.11.
This contains updated versions of the EAS code lists as well as the applicable values for all other code lists used in the European standard on eInvoicing (EN 16931). The updated code lists are available for download on the DIGITAL website. The details of the release of the EN 16931 validation artefacts v1.3.11 can be found here.
The release of the code lists further enhances electronic invoicing and encourages a harmonised approach among stakeholders. The update is part of the services provided by the DIGITAL eInvoicing Building Block.
You can submit Requests for Change to the code lists directly through the Service Desk. Stay informed about each registry update by enabling notifications following the instructions at the bottom of the dedicated eInvoicing User Community page.
The next update of code lists and validation artefacts is foreseen for Spring 2024 as per its regular scheduled release.
[Photo Source: EC - Audiovisual Service]
eDelivery at SEMIC: Visit us in Madrid on 18 October!
On 18 October, eDelivery will be present at the SEMIC conference in Madrid, and we're excited to invite you to visit our stand. We are looking forward to the opportunity to connect with you!
The SEMIC conference is an annual conference on semantic interoperability organized by the European Commission. It brings together experts and decision-makers from European public administrations, EU institutions and agencies, and the private sector to exchange experience about how they produce, manage, exchange, publish, consume, and exploit data. It also raises awareness regarding the need for semantic interoperability. This year's conference will cover a range of topics including data spaces, digital governance, data quality assurance, and more - and we are excited to contribute to what SEMIC has to offer! Find us to explore the potential of interoperability that can be achieved by using eDelivery in your projects.
We will be sharing a stand with our Digital Building Block colleagues, which include Once-Only Technical System (OOTS), eID, and eSignature.
Our stand, number 13, is located on the right side of the exhibition hall, close to the stage. You won't miss it as you explore the event. Look out for Marcio Sampaio, who will be there to answer any questions you might have about eDelivery, or also, just to have a chat!
We are excited to discuss our solutions and how they can benefit your digital endeavors. So, make sure to stop by stand 13 to chat with us and explore the possibilities of eDelivery and the Digital Building Blocks. We look forward to meeting you in Madrid!
Stay tuned for the latest updates on the eDelivery services by checking the building block's twitter and web page. For more information, do not hesitate to register for personalised news or contact us via our portal or by e-mail: EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu.
The eDelivery Building Block
eDelivery is a building block that provides technical specifications and standards, installable software and ancillary services to allow projects to create a network of nodes for secure digital data exchange.
Deadline extended for eDelivery AS4 and SMP 2.0 Profiles Consultations
The eDelivery team has extended the deadline for the two Public Consultations on the new draft specifications of the eDelivery AS4 profile 2.0 and eDelivery SMP profile 2.0 to 10th November, allowing affected projects additional 21 days to respond to the proposal. The changes to the specifications are still scheduled to be published by the end of the year.
All eDelivery projects will be affected by the upcoming changes to the eDelivery AS4 specifications and those using dynamic discovery also by the changes to the eDelivery SMP ones. Make sure to validate the proposed changes now before it's too late! Please send us your feedback by 10 November 2023.
The eDelivery community are invited to share their views by to either posting feedback as comments on the public consultation pages linked underneath, or sending an email to EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu by the 10th November 2023. Changes or suggestions received after this date might no longer be taken into account in the final version.
- For the AS4 2.0 Draft Specification please post your comments here or send them to EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu with [eDelivery AS4 profile version 2.0] in the title of the email.
- For the SMP 2.0 Draft Specification please post your comments here or send them to EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu with [eDelivery SMP profile version 2.0] in the title of the email.
Draft Specification of the eDelivery AS4
The version of the new Draft Specification of the eDelivery AS4 profile 2.0 has updates for the security section, where more state-of-the art protocols and algorithms are introduced, and two new Profile Enhancements are proposed, one introducing ebCore Agreement Update and one supporting alternative curves and algorithms for encryption and digital signing. The changes are detailed on both the Public Consultation and new Draft Specification pages. This new Draft Specification marks a backwards-incompatible evolution of the profile, where Access Points operating with profile version 2.0 cannot exchange messages with Access Points operating with profile version 1.x.
Draft Specification of the eDelivery SMP profiles 2.0
The new Draft Specification of the eDelivery SMP profile 2.0 is equally backwards-incompatible, where SMP data compatible with profile version 2.0 cannot be consumed by legacy clients. It supports OASIS SMP version 2.0, allows publishing multiple certificates (signing, encryption and key exchange) for a transport and supports both eDelivery AS4 profiles 1.x and 2.0. One can read more about the proposed changes on both the Public Consultation and new Draft Specification pages.
The two proposed Draft Specifications were designed to work together.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on the eDelivery services by checking the building block's twitter and web page. For more information, do not hesitate to register for personalised news or contact us via our portal or by e-mail: EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu.
The eDelivery Building Block
eDelivery is a building block that provides technical specifications and standards, installable software and ancillary services to allow projects to create a network of nodes for secure digital data exchange.
Domibus 5.1.1 released
We are thrilled to announce the release of Domibus 5.1.1, coming with some significant improvements and bug fixes. Key updates include streamlined distributions with SQL scripts for the installation or upgrade of Domibus now downloadable separately (read more here), property updates for better system control, and an enhanced dynamic discovery mechanism for high concurrency scenarios.
For a comprehensive list of improvements and bug fixes, please visit the release page.
Domibus 5.1.1, whilst backward compatible with 5.1, is not a mandatory upgrade but is highly recommended due to its significant enhancements.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on eDelivery services by checking the Building Block's X and web page. For more information, do not hesitate to register for personalised news or contact us via our portal or by e-mail: EC-EDELIVERY-SUPPORT@ec.europa.eu.
The eDelivery Building Block
eDelivery is a building block that provides technical specifications and standards, installable software and ancillary services to allow projects to create a network of nodes for secure digital data exchange.
Domibus is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery AS4 Access Point for the interoperable, secure and reliable data exchange. It is based on the eDelivery AS4 profile, an open technical specification for the secure, web-based, payload-agnostic exchange of data or documents.
DomiSMP is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery Service Metadata Publisher for publishing and retrieving data necessary for an eDelivery party to dynamically configure its system for message exchange with counterparties using eDelivery. It is based on the eDelivery SMP profile, an open technical specification for publishing service metadata within a 4-corner network.
DomiSML is the sample software provided by the European Commission to implement an eDelivery Service Metadata Locator for an eDelivery party to discover the URLs of other counterparties using eDelivery Access Points and their corresponding metadata. It is based on the eDelivery BDXL profile, an open technical specification for locating Access Points within a network, and on the PEPPOL SML Specification, a technical specification defining a BDXL administration API.