From an external interoperability perspective, metadata need to be exchanged between the systems at research-performing organisations where the research is actually conducted and the systems run by research funders and governmental bodies in charge of research assessment processes. By providing a standard approach to information description, the CERIF model becomes a key feature for enabling this system interoperability.
From an external interoperability viewpoint, metadata must be exchanged between the systems at research-performing organizations where the research is carried out and the systems managed by research funders and governmental bodies overseeing research evaluation processes. By offering a consistent method for information description, the CERIF model becomes a crucial element in facilitating this system interoperability.