OV 2067-0:2017 - SMPTE Overview Document - Interoperable Master Format — Overview for the SMPTE 2067 Document Suite

The IMF is a file-based framework for the exchange and processing of multiple content versions (airline edits, special edition, languages...) of the same high-quality finished work (feature, episode, trailer, advertisement, etc.) destined for distribution channels worldwide. Specialization of the IMF Framework designed to meet the requirements of specific domains is achieved through the definition of IMF Applications. The IMF Framework and its Applications are specified in the SMPTE 2067 suite of documents.