This document°specifies the framework for an Additive°Manufacturing Service Platform (AMSP). The following elements are within the scope of this document:

°°°° Overview introducing the stakeholders and workflow of an AMSP.

°°°° Requirements specifying various prerequisite conditions from different aspects.

°°°° Framework defining a general functional architecture based on the identified requirements.

°°°° Use cases showing typical work modes of an AMSP.

This document is applicable when individuals or organizations (e.g. commercial enterprises, government agencies and non-profit organizations) build an AMSP or improve existing ones to provide 3D printing and other services specific to the submission, design and creation of AM parts.