IETM LEVEL-4 JSG MIL & S1000D

Simplifying the art of E-publishing

We specialize in developing S1000D-compliant Level 4 Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) designed to meet JSG, MIL, and S1000D standards. Our expertise spans every level — from PDF-based documentation with hyperlinks and cross-references to advanced, multimedia-rich, data-driven IETM solutions.

Advanced Level IV IETM

Design and Development

the art of creating digital experiences.

In this era of Digitization, IETM S1000D IETP have replaced traditional paper-based technical manuals, offering enhanced accessibility, easier maintenance, and improved interactivity. Our S1000D IETM are designed and developed in accordance to JSG & MIL standards, employing a frame-oriented design that allows them to function seamlessly as a Desktop Application, Portable Digital Application, or Mobile App. This ensures greater flexibility and accessibility across various devices and operating systems.

IETM Classifications

  • Level I - Electronically Indexed Page Images

    Digitized page images indexed by creating a static table of contents manually to a specific set of pages and can’t be dynamically editable.

  • Level II - Electronic Scrolling Documents

    Page oriented live ASCII-encoded documents using SGML/HTML or XML language with intelligent index, hypertext tags and multimedia content. Achieved by a simple conversion procedure to create tagged document files with content driven options in some areas for navigation between documents.

  • Level III - Linear Structured IETM

    A linear structured index following MIL-D-87269 specification, Hypertext presentation system for display in accordance to MIL-M-87268 specification & Hypertext tags and multimedia contents placed in tabular data.

  • Level IV - Hierarchically Structured IETM

    Hierarchically structured and frame-oriented, utilizing a run-time database for interactive presentations in compliance with MIL-M-87268, MIL-D-87269, and MIL-Q-87270 IETM specifications. It employs SGML/HTML and XML languages, making it "data-driven". Facilitates dynamic hypertext-tagged presentations between cross-data modules and related data modules, incorporating features such as annotations, bookmarking, hotspotting, and additional functionalities like inventory management based on end-user requirements

  • Level-V - Integrated Data-Base IETIS

    Integrated Electronic Technical Information System (IETIS) encompasses all the features of IETM Level 4, incorporating expert-system rules for displaying other applications and processing information such as test and remote equipment diagnostics, dynamic simulation data, dynamic logs, or computer-managed training. At Smartify, we excel in delivering these IETM (JSG & MIL) developed using contemporary technologies, languages, and frameworks capable of integrating SGML/HTML, XML, Word, PDF, PPTS, graphical representations.

IETM Standards & Specifications

MIL-STD-40051

ATA iSpec 2200

JSG 0852:2001 (Reaffirmed 2007)

JSG 0852:2019

S1000D STANDARDS

MIL-Q-87270-QUALITY ASSURANCE (QA) PROGRAM FOR INTERACTIVE ELECTRONIC TECHNICAL MANUALS (IETM)

MIL-M-87268 - STANDARD FOR MANUALS, INTERACTIVE ELECTRONIC TECHNICAL MANUAL.

MIL-D-87269 - STANDARD FOR SUPPORT OF DATABASE

IETM Work Flow Diagram & Tools

IETM Publisher/Authoring Tool

For Content organising and Integration of Raw files or PDF/ word documents into IETM.

IETM Viewer Tool

Viewing of content as per defined access levels and to use features provided.

IETM Administrator Tool

For managing users and their access rights, Access to admin features like printing of User audit reports, Backup and Restore of Data etc.

Features / Specifications / SOW

IETM Level 4 & Level 5

IETM Documents

Documents integrated will be organized and integrated with the help of modules, categories and related Information features, making the navigation ease for the end users.

IETM Manuals

Appropriate manuals are placed as a directory of PDF files with an organized tree based index to the left and a pdf viewer to the right for display of opened PDF document.

Interactive Illustrations in IETM

Our IETM is capable of making illustrations/drawings more interactive and self explanatory by hot spotting parts with labels. Further taping on these labels can direct you individual part Illustration with hotspotings

Print

For further referencing and learning IETM users can print opened documents with textual and graphical information . Printed document holds watermark with date & time of print & user name

Hotspotting

Image/Text hotspotting helps in making the images especially illustrations/drawings more interactive by labeling required sections. Further each Label can be tooltipped with more description in the form of text, Image Video, or Table Data.

Bookmarking

Bookmarking feature in IETM helps users to bookmark pages for future reference.

Local Search

Local search highlights typed keyword in opened document with match count and navigations for scrolling in to matched word

Printing of User Activities

User data such as users list, activity logs, print logs, Inventory items and other administrative reports can be consolidated and get printed in tabular format.

Help Docs

We prepare and deliver customised how-to video and PDF manuals that explain in detail all the features and usage procedures in IETM delivered.

Dynamic Hotspots

OEM’s/Admins can dynamically create & manage text hotspots in IETM content Page.

Dynamic Hyperlinking

This Feature helps OEM’s/Admin’s to dynamically create links to content among multiple documents and modules.

CSDB

Smart IETM uses Common source database as centralized repository for Fast and secure display of documents , Easy maintenance and Updates, Increases the accessibility and reduces redundancy of data

Glossary

Abbreviations & Definitions used across IETM docs are grouped into a table for users learning

Global Search

Global Search lets users search for a keyword in the entire ITEM content. One can search for a particular keyword or specific content like Units, Part Numbers or tools etc. Results consist of Title, Part of matched content with highlighted keyword.

Backup and Restore

Backup and restore features are provisioned for protecting the loss of data.

Inventory Management, Tracking and Parts Ordering

Customised Inventory module as per client inputs, deals with spare parts ordering and tracking and replacement details management

Differences between

Level-3, Level-4 & Level-5 IETM

S.No Feature/Specification Level III Level IV Level V Details
1 Common Source Database(CSDB) No Yes Yes In Level 4 and Level 5 IETM all operation likes Documents display, Users login, Documents, Access rights are entirely maintained and performed from CSDB, whereas Level 3 has no database, Documents are directly placed in exe
2 Client Server Model/CLoude Based No Yes Yes As level 3 has no common repository, it can't work as cLient server model or cloud based
3 Standalone No Yes Yes Level 4 and Level 5 IETM can also work as standalone systems by installing both Client and Server in same systems
4 Document Types Supported HTML XML & HTML XML & HTML Level 3 supports only HTML where are Level 4 & 5 supports both HTML & XML documents
5 Deliverables Single Exe Client Server, CSDB & CLient Exe/Browser Based Client Server, CSDB & CLient Exe/Browser Based As everything is integrated on a single executable in Level 3 IETM , only one file will be part of delivery
6 Integration Standards Followed JSG Standard JSG Standards & Mill Standards JSG Standards & Mill Standards In the process of developing Level 4 and Level 5 IETM, we have followed JSG standards & mill standards, whereas in Level 3 development, JSG standards are followed
7 Inventory No No Yes Level 5 is capable of integrating test and remote equipment diagnostics, dynamic simulation data, dynamic logs or computer-managed training.
8 Multiple User Accounts and its Management No Yes Yes Multiple user accounts for accessing IETM and their management are achieved With the help of CSDB in 4 & 5 Classes of IETM
9 IETM Documents Restriction and Access Rights No Yes Yes In Level 4 and Level 5 IETM restrictions and viewing access policies can be imposed on a category of users, a particular user or a group of users
10 Intelligent Search Results No No Yes Level 5 IETM can refine the results of searched word or a unit no based on “Learn and Implement Mechanism” developed
11 Global Search No Yes Yes With the help of smart IETM Level 4 and Level 5 CSDB keyword search on entire IETM documents is possible
12 Users Activity and Monitoring No Yes Yes Level 4 and 5 IETM has integrated mechanism for tracking of all the users actions performed, This information is displayed for admins in a tabular format
13 Delivery CD/DVD/E-Devices DVD/E-Devices DVD/E-Devices Smart IETM will delivered in any of CD DVD and E-devices
14 Plug & Play Yes No No Level 3 IETM can work as plug and play, where as Server side/cloud deliverables are to be installed for Level 4 and 5 IETM
15 Installation Required No Yes Yes Server/Cloud setup and CSDB installation is to be for Level 4 and 5 IETM
16 Encryption Yes Yes Yes Encryption is done in the process of integration and Level 3,4 and 5 smart IETM are capable of decrypting them before displaying it end user
17 Device and Screen Compatibility Yes Yes Yes All the frames of our smart IETM are 100% responsive in design and fits perfect to all device(Desktops, Hand held Tabs and Mobiles) screens in market
18 Operating System Supports Yes Yes Yes We deliver different exes and packages for WIndows OS, Linux, MAC OSX, Android and IOS operating systems on client demands
19 Legacy Operating Systems Support No Yes Yes Browser based executables can be delivered after testing in specified versions and OS by the client
20 EXE/Browser Based EXE Both Both To make Level 3 IETM work as plug and play, they can only be delivered as a single executable file. Level 4 and Level 5 IETM are built as client server model they can either be a browser based or executables
21 Future Corrections and Modifications No Yes Yes We deliver publisher tool for corrections and modifications of manuals content integrated in IETM

Security

All the data stored in textual, graphical, audio or video formats are encrypted in the process of integration. Our IETM JSG solutions are capable of decrypting them in user readable format before displaying it to the end user.

Deliverables & Execution Of IETM

Deliverables

Our IETM delivery package includes client application, server deployments along with IETM CSDB and user manual through any of CD/DVD/e-devices.

Easy Installation

Installation procedure of IETM is simple and faster for both client server model & stand alone systems with help of Auto-run features provided

Exceptional & Unique Features

Of Our Smart IETM

Easy To Use Interface
Smartify IETM stands unique to offer dynamic and easy to use applications with rich user interface.
Top-notch Performance and Scalability
Our IETM is smart enough to deliver top-notch performance and can be scaled around 1,00,000 pages for Level 2 & 3 and up to 5 lakh pages for Level 4 & Level 5 IETM.
Built on Contemporary Technologies, Languages & Frameworks
Smart IETM are built using the latest and most popular technologies & frameworks that are most used in the market and having long term support.
Dynamic Color Themes
Featured with Light and Dark mode color theme variants selection.

Our Wide Range of IETM Development & Documents Integration for Aviation & Defense Sector Include

Why US

By working together as a cohesive one, we were able to reach unprecedented levels of success by combining our world-class digital expertise.

Expertise

We seek to apply the finest technical skills, knowledge and experience to all of our services to clients.

Innovation

Our professionals thrive at creating new ideas, experiment, fail and try again to succeed in the global market.

Customer Oriented Approach

In today’s digital age, customers demand much more from business.

Effectiveness

Our innovative tech-driven processes blend efficiency and effectiveness that drives value to your business.

Time & Support

On time delivery is the key success factor to win the heart of the client. We never miss it.

Latest Trends

We keep ourselves updated with the latest trends in Development, Design and Technology from time to time.

Industries We Serve

Regardless of the industry or field, our digital services provide cutting-edge solutions that are adapted to meet the unique demands and goals of our clients.

Financial Services & Banking

Entertainment

Health Care

Business & Accounting

Education

Food & Restaurant

Real Estates

Sports

Logistics

Retail & E-commerce

Tourism & Transportation

Lifestyle

Technologies, Tools, Frameworks & Languages

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