It is a hybrid because it uses software algorithms to combine two separate requirements: one is to ensure that the grid is capable of operating continuously, while the second is the ability to deal discretely with any system changes on the grid.

ECONOMIST: MONITOR

Last minute changes to the proposals including separating the substance ban out into a separate text from the recycling requirements have momentarily left various industry associations and companies reluctant to comment on the proposals until they have seen the final texts.

CNN: EU proposals aim to reduce electronic waste

Separate from fuel economy and emissions requirements, the State of California has imposed warranty requirements on such autos.

FORBES: Diamond Lanes: Another Failed Energy / Environmental Policy

In the capital planning and investment control process, there are two separate and distinct plans that address IRM and IT planning requirements for the agency.

WHITEHOUSE: CIRCULAR NO. A-130 Revised

Audit requirements are satisfied by including with every electronic document a separate certificate of completion and a legally binding audit trail with the identity of the signer, a time stamp, and location information.

FORBES: eSignature Serves The Public Sector

Licensing requirements also get thorny for companies throughout India, which requires separate permission for some individual types of produce.

WSJ: Wal-Mart Hits Obstacle to Growth in India

To win the deal, DocuSign had to meet IRS requirements in the areas of secure authentication, consumer consent, separate audit trail, and tamper proof process.

FORBES: eSignature Serves The Public Sector

In addition Microsoft will offer a separate desktop app store with a different set of rules focused on security and compatibility requirements.

BBC: Minecraft screenshot

"As with other California labelling requirements, many manufacturers won't go to the trouble and expense of having separate packaging for other states, " he said.

BBC: California battle over GM labels