Messaging Standards

Messaging standards are agreed-upon rules and formats that ensure different computer systems or applications can exchange information reliably and accurately. They specify how data should be structured, formatted, and transmitted so that the receiving system can understand and process the message correctly. These standards promote interoperability, reduce errors, and improve efficiency across different technologies and organizations. Examples include email protocols like SMTP or messaging formats like HL7 in healthcare. Essentially, messaging standards make diverse systems "speak the same language," enabling seamless communication in a consistent and standardized way.