xCBL 3.5 Documentation Resources

The following resources provide additional insight into using xCBL 3.5. These guides provide additional ways to view the documents as well as helpful tips for use in implementation.

	File Size Updated Description	xCBL 3.5 HTML Structure Reference 881Kb - Zip File (containing compiled HTML (.chm)) June, 2002 This is a reference which allows browsing of the structure and components of the xCBL 3.5 library. It is available to browse online as HTML, or for download as compiled HTML (.chm). Non-windows users can also download a plain HTML version by clicking here. (All formats require frames capable browser with javascript enabled).
	File Size Updated Description	xCBL 3.5 Structured Spreadsheets 1.9Mb - Zip File November, 2001 The structured spreadsheets provide a way to view the entire structure of a document in a collapsible format. (Requires Microsoft Excel)
	File Updated Description	xCBL Standard Mapping (ANSI X12 4010) March, 2002 Resources for mapping xCBL 3.5 documents to the corresponding ANSI X12 4010 messages.
	File Updated Description	xCBL 3.5 Product Catalog Specification August, 2002 Describes the purpose, meaning, and optimal usage of the elements of the xCBL3.5 catalog documents. Provides insight into topics such as the design goals for providing catalog information in xCBL 3.5, sample documents, and a detailed breakdown of each the elements present in xCBL 3.0 for content.
	File Updated Description	Order Management Recommended Use Summary December, 2001 The Order Management Summary is intended to provide guidance for using the xCBL 3.5 Order Management documents. Details are provided on how to use specific elements within these documents as well as how to understand the processing of the information. This document is intended to supplement the xCBL 3.5 HTML Structure Reference.
	File Updated Description	Transport and Packaging Summary December, 2001 The Transport and Packaging Summary document provides further details on how to use the Package and Transport elements. The section on Packaging includes detailed examples and use cases on using the Packing element in xCBL documents. The information on Transport contains details on using the Transport element within the Order Management xCBL documents.
	File Updated Description	Invoice Recommended Use Summary April, 2002 This document provides high-level details about the intended use of the Invoice for xCBL3.5. Guidance is provided for the usage of Invoice specific elements along with notes and details for processing the information.
	File Updated Description	Order Management Choreographies June, 2003 This document describes possible document exchange choreographies that could be implemented between trading partners in an Order Management business process. The business documents used in these choreographies are assumed to be from the xCBL library but any other any standard that supports equivalent documents or messages could also be used.