oSIST prEN IEC 63082-1:2026

Intelligent device management - Part 1: Concepts and terminology

This part of IEC 63082 defines the concepts and terminology necessary to understand and
communicate effectively about intelligent device management (IDM). This document explains
the relationship between IDM and other existing asset management standards.
Additionally, this document describes principles and defines organizational and functional
structures associated with IDM. This document also introduces the concept of IDM program for
coordination of multiple stakeholders.

Management intelligenter Geräte - Teil 1: Konzepte und Begriffe

Gestion des appareils intelligents - Partie 1 : Concepts et terminologie

Upravljanje inteligentnih naprav - 1. del: Koncepti in terminologija

Ta del IEC 63082 opredeljuje koncepte in terminologijo, potrebno za razumevanje in učinkovito komuniciranje o upravljanju inteligentnih naprav (IDM). Ta dokument pojasnjuje razmerje med IDM in drugimi obstoječimi standardi za upravljanje sredstev.
Poleg tega ta dokument opisuje načela in opredeljuje organizacijske in funkcionalne strukture, povezane z IDM. Ta dokument prav tako uvaja koncept IDM programa za koordinacijo več deležnikov.

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 30-May-2026
• ICS: 25.040.40 - Industrial process measurement and control
• Technical Committee: MOV - Measuring equipment for electromagnetic quantities
• Current Stage: 4020 - Public enquire (PE) (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 17-Mar-2026
• Due Date: 04-Aug-2026
• Ref Project: prEN IEC 63082-1:2026 - Intelligent device management - Part 1: Concepts and terminology

Relations

• Refers: SIST EN IEC 63082-2:2024 - Intelligent device management - Part 2: Requirements and recommendations (IEC 63082-2:2024)
• Effective Date: 17-Mar-2026

Overview

oSIST prEN IEC 63082-1:2026, published by CLC, establishes the foundational concepts and terminology for intelligent device management (IDM). This European and International standard streamlines communication and understanding among stakeholders involved in the management of intelligent devices across industrial sectors. The standard clarifies how IDM aligns with broader asset management systems and explores principles for organizational and functional structures key to establishing effective IDM programs.

IDM plays an increasingly vital role in the digital transformation of industrial processes, supporting areas such as process automation, measurement, control, data integration, and cybersecurity. A clear common language is essential to maximize the benefits of IDM and ensure effective multi-stakeholder coordination.

Key Topics

Intelligent device management (IDM) terminology and principles introduced in oSIST prEN IEC 63082-1:2026 allow organizations to:

• Establish a shared vocabulary: Standardized terms eliminate ambiguity and reduce miscommunication between different departments and external partners.
• Align IDM with asset management standards: The standard defines the relationship between IDM and existing asset management frameworks, supporting holistic lifecycle management.
• Describe foundational IDM requirements: Key topics include risk management, process documentation, and management of change.
• Develop organizational structures for IDM: prEN IEC 63082-1 covers how enterprises, facilities, and suppliers interact within the IDM context.
• Coordinate multi-stakeholder IDM programs: Emphasizes the importance of structured programs for continuous improvement, compliance, and ongoing performance feedback.

Applications

Implementing the concepts and terminology from oSIST prEN IEC 63082-1:2026 provides practical value for various industrial process sectors:

• Industrial Automation: Supports digitalization and process optimization by standardizing how intelligent field devices-such as sensors, actuators, and controllers-are managed.
• Process Measurement and Control: Enables consistent and efficient management of device lifecycles from installation and configuration to maintenance and decommissioning.
• Supplier Coordination: Facilitates smoother cooperation with device manufacturers and integrators, ensuring compatibility and effective use of support tools.
• Cybersecurity: Aligns IDM practices with cybersecurity requirements to protect industrial assets and sensitive operational data.
• Continuous Improvement: Helps structure enterprise-level programs for IDM, including alignment with quality, safety, and maintenance management initiatives.

Real-world benefits of adopting this IDM standard include:

• Enhanced device reliability and availability
• Improved operational efficiency due to standardized work processes
• Stronger compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Reduced lifecycle costs and improved return on asset investment

Related Standards

To maximize the effectiveness of intelligent device management, organizations should also consider related standards, including:

• IEC 63082-2: Intelligent device management - Requirements and recommendations, which builds on the principles and terminology defined in Part 1
• International asset management standards: Such as ISO 55000 series, which provide models for overall asset lifecycle management
• Industrial control systems (ICS) standards: Ensuring interoperability and cybersecurity within complex automation environments

By integrating oSIST prEN IEC 63082-1:2026 with these related standards, organizations can establish robust, forward-looking industrial device management programs that scale and adapt to evolving technological, regulatory, and operational landscapes.

Keywords: intelligent device management, IDM, industrial process automation, asset management, device lifecycle, IEC 63082, terminology, risk management, industrial automation standards, process measurement, operational efficiency.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2026
Upravljanje inteligentnih naprav - 1. del: Koncepti in terminologija
Intelligent device management - Part 1: Concepts and terminology
Management intelligenter Geräte - Teil 1: Konzepte und Begriffe
Gestion des appareils intelligents - Partie 1 : Concepts et terminologie
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN IEC 63082-1:2026
ICS:
25.040.40 Merjenje in krmiljenje Industrial process
industrijskih postopkov measurement and control
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD DRAFT
prEN IEC 63082-1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2026
ICS 25.040.40 -
English Version
Intelligent device management - Part 1: Concepts and
terminology
(IEC 63082-1:2025)
Gestion des appareils intelligents - Partie 1 : Concepts et Management intelligenter Geräte - Teil 1: Konzepte und
terminologie Begriffe
(IEC 63082-1:2025) (IEC 63082-1:2025)
This draft European Standard is submitted to CENELEC members for enquiry.
Deadline for CENELEC: 2026-06-05.

The text of this draft consists of the text of IEC 63082-1:2025.

If this draft becomes a European Standard, CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which
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European foreword
This document (prEN IEC 63082-1:2026) consists of the text of IEC 63082-1:2025 prepared by
IEC/TC 65 "Industrial-process measurement, control and automation".
This document is currently submitted to the Enquiry.
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implemented at national level by publication of an
identical national standard or by endorsement
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conflicting with this document have to be withdrawn (to be confirmed or
modified when voting)
Annex ZA
(normative)
Normative references to international publications
with their corresponding European publications
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments)
applies.
NOTE 1  Where an International Publication has been modified by common modifications, indicated by (mod),
the relevant EN/HD applies.
NOTE 2  Up-to-date information on the latest versions of the European Standards listed in this annex is available
here: www.cencenelec.eu.
Publication Year Title EN/HD Year
IEC 63082-2 2024 Intelligent device management - Part 2: EN IEC 63082-2 2024
Requirements and recommendations

IEC 63082-1 ®
Edition 1.0 2025-09
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
Intelligent device management -
Part 1: Concepts and terminology
ICS 25.040.40  ISBN 978-2-8327-0689-3

IEC 63082-1:2025-09(en)
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 7
INTRODUCTION . 9
1 Scope . 10
2 Normative references . 10
3 Terms, definitions, and abbreviated terms . 10
3.1 Terms and definitions . 10
3.2 Abbreviated terms. 21
4 Foundational requirements for IDM . 21
4.1 Objective . 21
4.2 General . 22
4.3 Management functions . 22
4.4 Formal and informal work processes and procedures . 22
4.5 Management of change . 23
4.5.1 General. 23
4.5.2 Impact assessment . 23
4.5.3 Planning . 23
4.5.4 Training . 24
4.5.5 Documentation . 24
4.5.6 Retention of data and documents . 24
4.6 Risk management . 24
5 Risk management . 24
5.1 Objective . 24
5.2 General . 25
5.3 IDM program requirements . 25
5.4 Program coordination . 25
5.5 Facility life cycle . 25
5.6 Supplier risk management . 25
5.7 Information management risks . 25
5.8 Cybersecurity . 25
6 Enterprise level management for IDM . 26
6.1 Objective . 26
6.2 General . 26
6.3 Organization and resources . 27
6.3.1 Relationship to asset management . 27
6.3.2 Positioning of IDM programs . 27
6.3.3 Structure of IDM activities . 28
6.4 Developing and maintaining IDM program . 29
6.4.1 Overview . 29
6.4.2 IDM program structure . 30
6.4.3 IDM program life cycle . 30
6.5 Supplier management . 33
6.5.1 Coordination with suppliers . 33
6.5.2 Intelligent device life cycle management . 34
6.5.3 Device technology life cycle . 36
6.6 Developing and maintaining IDM work process templates . 37
6.7 IDM program management and design . 37
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6.7.1 Resource management . 37
6.7.2 IDM program design and performance improvement . 38
6.7.3 IDM program performance feedback to management . 38
6.7.4 IDM program operation . 38
6.7.5 IDM program support and monitoring for facilities . 38
7 Implementing coordination between enterprise, facilities, and suppliers . 38
7.1 Objective . 38
7.2 General . 39
7.3 Implementing IDM . 39
7.3.1 Common principles . 39
7.3.2 Implementing IDM in new facilities . 39
7.3.3 Implementing IDM in existing facilities . 39
7.3.4 Implementing IDM work processes in a facility . 40
7.4 Coordination for continuous improvement . 40
7.4.1 General. 40
7.4.2 Assessment and audits of IDM activities . 40
7.4.3 Resolving causes of program non-compliances . 40
7.5 Coordination with other enterprise programs. 41
7.5.1 General. 41
7.5.2 Life cycle coordination of program activities . 41
7.5.3 Applications . 43
7.5.4 Device / process information . 43
7.5.5 Systems, networks, and security . 43
7.5.6 Life cycle phases . 43
7.5.7 Application interfaces for coordination . 44
8 Facility life cycle phases . 45
8.1 Objective . 45
8.2 General . 45
8.3 Managing facility life cycle phases . 46
8.3.1 General. 46
8.3.2 Life cycle entry points . 47
8.3.3 Facility modifications . 47
8.4 Scope development . 47
8.4.1 General. 47
8.4.2 Objectives . 47
8.4.3 Risk management . 47
8.4.4 Project type considerations . 49
8.4.5 Planning and design of IDM implementation. 49
8.4.6 Defining long-term support strategy and selecting design alternatives . 49
8.4.7 Preparing tools and their procedures. 50
8.4.8 Selecting suppliers . 50
8.4.9 Information management planning . 50
8.5 Design and engineering . 51
8.5.1 Objective . 51
8.5.2 General. 51
8.5.3 Device selection . 51
8.5.4 Procurement of intelligent devices . 51
8.5.5 Configuration data preparation . 52
8.5.6 Implementing and integrating intelligent device functions with IACS . 53
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8.5.7 System integration and testing requirements . 54
8.6 Construction and commissioning . 55
8.6.1 General. 55
8.6.2 Site staging . 55
8.6.3 Installation . 55
8.6.4 Provisioning . 55
8.6.5 Configuration . 56
8.6.6 Loop-checking and commissioning . 56
8.6.7 Training and personnel competency . 57
8.6.8 Handover . 57
8.6.9 Pre-startup safety review (PSSR) . 57
8.6.10 Startup. 57
8.7 Operations and Maintenance . 58
8.7.1 General. 58
8.7.2 Intelligent device continuous monitoring, problem identification, problem
diagnosis processes . 59
8.7.3 Intelligent device calibration . 67
8.7.4 Repair processes . 70
8.7.5 Intelligent device replacement . 71
8.7.6 Intelligent device inventory management . 73
8.7.7 Post-repair processes. 73
8.8 Turnarounds . 74
8.8.1 General. 74
8.8.2 Preparation for turnaround . 75
8.8.3 Turnaround planning . 75
8.8.4 Turnaround execution . 76
8.8.5 Recommission and startup . 76
8.9 Decommissioning . 76
8.9.1 General. 76
8.9.2 Archiving IDM data . 77
8.9.3 Removal of devices . 77
8.9.4 Refurbishment (for return to inventory) . 77
8.9.5 Disposal (non-salvage) . 77
9 Supplier requirements . 77
9.1 Objective . 77
9.2 General . 77
9.3 Products . 78
9.3.1 Devices. 78
9.3.2 IACS. 78
9.3.3 Software . 78
9.4 Services . 79
9.4.1 Engineering /product support . 79
9.4.2 Operations and maintenance support . 79
9.4.3 Personnel competency . 79
9.4.4 Cybersecurity . 79
9.5 Device support tools . 80
9.5.1 Intelligent device templates . 80
9.5.2 IDM toolkits . 80
9.5.3 Interoperability support of intelligent device management system. 80
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9.5.4 Migration, configuration, and maintenance tools . 80
10 Information management . 81
10.1 Objective . 81
10.2 General . 81
10.3 Information collection, exchange, reconciliation, and storage . 81
10.3.1 Collection and reconciliation . 81
10.3.2 Cybersecurity . 82
10.3.3 Information storage and retention procedures . 83
10.3.4 Data management functions . 83
10.4 IDM information . 83
10.4.1 General. 83
10.4.2 Information: Maintenance and reliability records . 83
10.4.3 Information: Models and calculations . 84
10.4.4 Information: Documents and drawings . 84
10.4.5 Information: Identification of work processes and procedures . 84
10.4.6 Information: Worker role competency . 84
10.4.7 Information: Intelligent device configuration . 84
10.4.8 Information: Toolkits . 85
Annex A (informative) Standard diagrams used to describe processes and procedures . 86
A.1 Overview . 86
A.2 Class diagram . 86
A.3 Activity diagram (swimlanes) . 88
A.3.1 Overview . 88
A.3.2 Activity diagram . 88
A.3.3 Swimlane chart . 90
Annex B (informative) Equivalent UML diagrams for Figures 1, 3, C.1, C.2, C.3, C.4,
and C.5 . 92
Annex C (informative) Work processes . 96
C.1 Relationship between IDM program and work processes . 96
C.2 IDM programs . 98
C.2.1 Overview . 98
C.2.2 Relational structure of IDM program documents . 98
C.3 IDM work processes . 99
C.3.1 Overview . 99
C.3.2 IDM work processes specification . 99
C.4 Procedures . 100
C.4.1 Overview . 100
C.4.2 Procedure specification . 101
C.5 Tasks . 101
C.5.1 Overview . 101
C.5.2 Task specification . 101
Annex D (informative) Summary of IDM objectives and associated work processes . 103
Annex E (informative) Example of criticality ranking . 104
E.1 Overview . 104
E.2 Definitions . 104
E.3 Criticality ranking . 105
Annex F (informative) IDM benefits . 109
F.1 Basis for success. 109
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F.2 Established business practices . 109
F.3 Objectives for IDM . 110
F.4 Conditions for achieving IDM . 111
F.5 Benefits and justification of IDM . 111
Annex G (informative) Other maintenance aspects . 114
G.1 Use of maintenance history. 114
G.2 Effects of maintenance processes . 114
Annex H (informative) Use of IDM notifications . 115
H.1 IDM notification management and utilization . 115
H.1.1 Notification management . 115
H.1.2 Notification from intelligent device . 115
H.1.3 Notification sources . 117
H.2 Notification delivery mechanism . 117
H.2.1 General. 117
H.2.2 Action responding to notification . 119
Bibliography . 122

Figure 1 – IDM and intelligent device in the context of asset management . 27
Figure 2 – Positioning of IDM program . 28
Figure 3 – Structure of IDM activities . 29
Figure 4 – An example of IDM program functional structure . 30
Figure 5 – IDM program life cycle phases . 31
Figure 6 – Timing relationship between life cycles. 34
Figure 7 – Timing relationship between device life cycles . 35
Figure 8 – Relationship between roles and programs . 42
Figure 9 – Facility life cycles for IDM . 46
Figure 10 – Criticality usage in a facility . 48
Figure 11 – Overview of maintenance process . 60
Figure 12 – State diagram for IDM. 65
Figure 13 – Diagnostics based maintenance processes . 66
Figure 14 – Simplified intelligent device block diagram . 68
Figure 15 – Digital signal processing by transmitter type . 69
Figure 16 – Turnaround process . 75
Figure A.1 – Position of class diagram and activity diagram in UML . 86
Figure A.2 – Example of class diagram . 88
Figure A.3 – Example of activity diagram . 90
Figure A.4 – Example of swimlane chart . 91
Figure B.1 – IDM and intelligent device in the context of asset management . 92
Figure B.2 – Structure of IDM activities . 92
Figure B.3 – Structure of IDM program . 93
Figure B.4 – Structure of IDM program and the enterprise . 93
Figure B.5 – IDM work process . 94
Figure B.6 – Procedure . 94
Figure B.7 – Task . 95
Figure C.1 – Structure of IDM program . 97
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Figure C.2 – Structure of IDM program for an enterprise . 99
Figure C.3 – IDM work process . 100
Figure C.4 – Procedure . 101
Figure C.5 – Task . 102
Figure H.1 – Notifications routing for IDM. 118
Figure H.2 – Relationship between real time, semi real time, and planned activities . 119

Table 1 – Verification and testing of configuration . 54
Table A.1 – Notation of UML class diagram . 87
Table A.2 – Model elements of activity diagram . 89
Table C.1 – IDM program documents . 98
Table D.1 – Summary of IDM objectives and associated work processes. 103
Table E.1 – Example severity categories. 106
Table E.2 – Probability levels. 106
Table E.3 – Risk assessment matrix – modified/industry normal . 107
Table F.1 – Benefits of IDM related to device supply chain management . 112
Table G.1 – Failure consequence for non-SIS devices . 114
Table H.1 – Notification type . 115
Table H.2 – IDM benefits in real time automated responses . 119
Table H.3 – IDM benefits in real time operator responses . 120
Table H.4 – IDM benefits from semi real time responses . 120
Table H.5 – IDM benefits in longer term planned responses . 121

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FOREWORD
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IEC 63082-1 has been prepared by subcommittee 65E: Intelligent Device Management, of IEC
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International Standard.
This first edition cancels and replaces the first edition of IEC TR 63082-1 published in 2020.
This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to
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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the IEC 63082 series is to define an environment that enables the effective use
of intelligent devices. The IEC 63082 series defines common concepts, terminology, and
management activities.
Intelligent device management (IDM) represents activities for managing intelligent devices
through the facility life cycle and does not imply a particular asset management tool or set of
those tools. Hardware and software tools are necessary to support work processes and
procedures, but specification of the tools is not a part of the IEC 63082 series. IDM is one of
many enterprise programs. IDM activities optimize the value from intelligent devices and
supports integration of data from the production level with business systems. IDM is consistent
with smart manufacturing initiatives.
Several stakeholders are responsible for delivering successful intelligent device management,
including engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors, owner operators,
system integrators, suppliers, and consultants.
The IEC 63082 series is not intended to replace or contradict other standards, for example
IEC 61511 (all parts) for safety instrumented systems and IEC 62443 (all parts) for
cybersecurity.
While the work processes and implementation practices specified in the IEC 63082 series might
be used for non-automation equipment with some diagnostic capability, the IEC 63082 series
does not cover these equipment types.
The IEC 63082 series consists of the following parts:
• IEC 63082-1: Concepts and terminology;
• IEC 63082-2: Requirements and recommendations.
This document defines intelligent device management concepts and terminology necessary for
in-depth understanding and effective communication. It gives the basic concepts of how
intelligent devices can be managed and an overview of how this device management works
throughout the facility life cycle. This document provides basic knowledge to understand the
concepts of intelligent device management necessary to implement an IDM program.
IEC 63082-2:2024 provides provisions (requirements and recommendations) in the body of the
document. Additional information on why a requirement is given are provided in its Annex A.
The information provided in this document is intended to be useful as background material for
better understanding of the provisions in IEC 63082-2. As both IEC 63082-1 and IEC 63082-2
are based on the same lifecycle model effort has been made to align the clauses/headings
between the two documents, thus making it easier for the reader to correlate content.

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1 Scope
This part of IEC 63082 defines the concepts and terminology necessary to understand and
communicate effectively about intelligent device management (IDM). This document explains
the relationship between IDM and other existing asset management standards.
Additionally, this document describes principles and defines organizational and functional
structures associated with IDM. This document also introduces the concept of IDM program for
coordination of multiple stakeholders.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies.
For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 63082-2:2024, Intelligent device management - Part 2: Requirements and
recommendations
3 Terms, definitions, and abbreviated terms
For the purposes of this document, the following terms, definitions, and abbreviated terms apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following
addresses:
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3.1 Terms and definitions
3.1.1
activity
set of actions that consume time and resources (3.1.60) and whose performance is necessary
to achieve, or contribute to, the realization of one or more objectives
Note 1 to entry: It includes work processes (3.1.76), procedures (3.1.55), and tasks (3.1.69).
[SOURCE: ISO/IEC TR 24766:2009, 3.1, modified – "outcomes" replaced with "object
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