Any objections? For Open XML standard, yes (still)

02.03.2007

According to sources familiar with the process, Ecma can either officially submit the Open XML proposal to ISO as-is hoping it can sway voters in 5 months, or it can attempt to address concerns by making changes to its proposal. Worst for Open XML is if ISO decides to put Open XML on a slower mainstream track for approval, which could add months or years to the approval process.