Functional Subcodes (.0–.9)

Purpose

Classification answers what the knowledge is. Functional subcodes answer how the knowledge is used.

A functional subcode never defines business meaning. It only defines the knowledge artifact's use.


Canonical Rule

Functional subcodes never define business meaning — only usage.

Functional Subcode Set (UBKDS v1.0)

SubcodeFunctionMeaning
.0Overview and PrinciplesConceptual understanding
.1Policy and GovernanceAuthority, rules, mandates
.2Procedures and SOPsStep-by-step execution
.3Roles and ResponsibilitiesAccountability and ownership
.4Tools, Systems and PlatformsTechnology and systems
.5Checklists, Forms, Templates, Visuals, and related ArtifactsDocuments and assets
.6Metrics, KPIs and ReportingMeasurement
.7Job Aids, Training, and EnablementLearning and onboarding
.8Risk, Compliance and ControlsSafeguards and audits
.9Improvement, Change, and HistoryEvolution and retrospectives

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