Data Exchange Certification and Compliance

Overview

This article provides clarity on whether Data Exchange (DX) is certified to any safety or development standards, including ISO 26262 and ASPICE. It also outlines potential considerations for customers requiring tool qualification.

1. Is Data Exchange Certified to Any Standard?

✔ No, Data Exchange (DX) is not certified to any ISO, IEC, or ASPICE standard.
✔ There are no plans to certify DX for ISO 26262 or any other safety or software development standards.

2. Has DX Been Developed Using ISO/IEC or ASPICE?

✔ DX is not developed under a certified ASPICE or ISO/IEC process.
✔ There is no formal qualification process or independent tool certification for DX.
✔ If customers require formal safety or quality compliance, they may need to conduct internal qualification.

3. How Do Other Customers Handle DX Qualification?

✔ Customers who require tool qualification for regulated industries (e.g., automotive, aerospace) typically:

• Conduct their own internal validation and qualification.

• Limit DX usage to non-safety-critical workflows.

• Verify compliance through internal testing rather than relying on vendor certification.

✔ Some customers, like Nvidia, have raised concerns regarding certification but must determine internal qualification strategies.

4. Best Practices for Customers Requiring Qualification

✅ Conduct an independent qualification process if DX is used in a regulated environment.
✅ Engage internal compliance teams to assess whether DX meets project-specific needs.
✅ Use DX only for non-safety-critical workflows to minimize compliance concerns.

5. Conclusion

✔ DX is not ISO 26262, ASPICE, or IEC-certified, and there are no plans for certification.
✔ Customers needing qualification must conduct internal validation and determine usage constraints.
✔ DX is typically not used in safety-critical workflows requiring formal tool certification.