# Introduction

The OSSEM commond data model (CDM) facilitates the normalization and consistency of diverse data sources by providing standardized and extensible data schemas.

**This projects is designed to:**

* Simplify data management procedures by creating a structure around diverse data sources
* Integrate diverse data sources and provide a standardized way for security analysts to query data
* Extend the standard schemas to accomodate custom data entities and allow the community to contribute back