The talk introduces valuable reasons to move from a data-driven to a knowledge-driven system of systems and the possible methodology for the GEOSS framework –considered as a unique case study. Moreover, it introduces a possible high-level architectural approach, considering data services definition and sharing. Finally, it discusses some related key components and initiatives contributing to that
... [Show full abstract] –e.g. the GEOSS Knowledge Base, the GEO Model Web and the GEO DAB.