Founded in 2019 under the umbrella of the Linux Foundation, the Cloud Information Model (CIM) is both a member alliance and community. Together, collaborating in Working Groups, members define and use a common open data model, influence existing and future standards, and build open solutions to solve common problems.
Working Group Scope
We have developed the Cloud Information Model (CIM) with a standards-based approach and translated it into multiple formats. This approach enables businesses with varying technologies to adopt CIM. It also empowers contributors and fosters growth for a larger CIM ecosystem.
Cloud Information Model Working Group
Currently, CIM has a single Working Group which works in the definition of new Subject Areas, mappings and APIs requirements.
Benefits
*Steering Member
Contributor
CIM Community
Use CIM Model Releases
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Stay up-to-date on CIM progress & innovations
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Contribute ideas to the CIM Consortium
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May propose a Subject Area
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Access to restricted and private resources
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Eligible to join a Working Group
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Contribute to Working Groups
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Propose new Working Groups
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Counted towards minimum support quorum of a Subject Area
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Participate in consensus polls
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Contributes to the CIM Roadmap
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Drives the overall strategic direction for CIM
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Eligible to join the Steering Committee
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Eligible for a Working Group Chair position
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Eligible to vote to adopt content as part of the CIM Standard
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May appeal on technical issues
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May appeal on procedural issues
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*Steering Member Application
Contributor Members may apply for a Steering Membership
Membership Application