BS 8723-3:2007

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 Classification schemes
  4.1 Vocabulary control in classification schemes
  4.2 Types of classification schemes
  4.3 Captions
  4.4 Selection and arrangement of classes
  4.5 Hierarchies in classification schemes
  4.6 Notation
  4.7 Alphabetical indexes to classification schemes
  4.8 Presentation
  4.9 Management aspects of classification schemes
5 Business classification schemes for records management
  5.1 General
  5.2 Hierarchy and structure
  5.3 Enabling access by subject
  5.4 Naming of classes
6 Taxonomies
  6.1 General
  6.2 Vocabulary control in taxonomies
  6.3 Choice of category labels
  6.4 Provision of lead-in terms
  6.5 Precise specification of scope
  6.6 Notation
  6.7 Hierarchical structure
  6.8 Presentation
  6.9 Electronic functions of taxonomies in information retrieval
  6.10 Management aspects of taxonomies
7 Subject heading schemes
  7.1 General
  7.2 Headings and subdivisions
  7.3 New schemes
8 Ontologies
  8.1 General
  8.2 Vocabulary control in ontologies
  8.3 Choice of concepts and terms
  8.4 Relationships
  8.5 Presentation of ontologies
9 Name authority lists
  9.1 General
  9.2 Vocabulary control in name authority lists
  9.3 Content of a name authority list
  9.4 Authority names - selection, form and supporting notes
  9.5 Relationships within an authority list
  9.6 Presentation
  9.7 Management aspects of authority lists
Bibliography
Index (BS 8723-3)