What is BS ISO 24060 about?
BS ISO 24060 defines a ship software logging system (SSLS) for logging and retrieving software
version information and current operational status. The system facilitates software maintenance for ship operational technology equipment and associated integrated systems.
BS ISO 24060 sets requirements for the design and usability of a ship software logging system (SSLS) software that:
- Records software versions for equipment with updateable software
- Sets an initial log entry when equipment is first installed or detected by the SSLS
- Includes a repository of electronic service reports associated with log entries
- Automatically logs reports sent by the equipment
Who is BS ISO 24060 for?
BS ISO 24060 on ship software logging system for operational technology is useful for:
- Marine engineers
- Ship manufacturer industries
- SSLS service providers
- SSLS developing companies
Why should you use BS ISO 24060?
Ships have more and more equipment with updateable software on-board. Current requirements for on-board use of computer-based systems require a software registry for such equipment (IACS URE22rev2), but these registries are not defined, can be difficult to understand and use, and are often not updated. This is partly caused by the increasing quantity of computer equipment and applicable regulations creating additional work for crew, shipping companies and other stakeholders. This situation makes staying current on software updates more difficult, which also introduces increased risks of equipment problems.
BS ISO 24060 provides guidelines for a ship software logging system (SSLS) for shipboard equipment software.
BS ISO 24060 empowers you to maintain the shipboard software.
According to BS ISO 24060 guidelines, SSLS can be utilized by various users and log data from various types of equipment.
BS ISO 24060 considers the following:
- Cyber risk management is incorporated into the design and use of the SSLS
- Equipment messages pass from the equipment to the SSLS automatically when possible
- The equipment sends standard version messages with software version information on appropriate time intervals
