The IOAG was 
									founded by the 
									
									 Interoperability Plenary 
									 (IOP) to: 
						
									
										- 
											Understand issues related to 
											interagency interoperability and 
											other space communications matters;
- 
											Identify solutions complying 
											with IOP policies; and,
- 
											Recommend resolutions to the 
											IOP for specific actions by the IOP.
										
										
											The IOAG will undertake activities 
										it deems appropriate related to 
										multi-agency space communications. A 
										specific IOAG goal is the achievement of 
										full interoperability among member space 
										agencies. This goal will be obtained by 
										holding periodic meetings in accordance 
										with the procedures set forth in the 
										
										
										IOAG Procedures Manual. 
										The IOAG operates under an established 
										framework agreement called the 
										
										Terms of Reference.