Table 1 This table summarizes three sources of certifications for repositories.
From: Biomedical Data Repository Concepts and Management Principles
Organization | CoreTrustSeal36 | nestor Seal34 | ISO: International Organization for Standardization32 |
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Requirements | 16 | 34 | 100+ |
 Standards | Requirements 2023–202578 | DIN 3166479 | ISO 14721 (OAIS)30 |
ISO 1636380 | |||
ISO 1691981 | |||
ISO 1702182 | |||
 Audit Process | Self-assessment + independent peer review | Self-assessment + independent peer review | ISO certified audit with accredited auditors |
 Certification Cost* | €3000 | €500 | $20,000 |
 Designation | CoreTrustSeal certification | nestor Seal for Trustworthy Digital Archives | ISO certification |
 Certification lifespan | 3 years | Indefinite | 3 years |
 Number of Certified Repositories (as of May 2024) | 160+ | 4 | 1 |
