SOA is an approach utilizing reusable components or services in order to build applications by plugging in the appropriate components. It utilizes COTS databases as part of the SOA approach and architecture. A Services Registry and Repository is used to support the automation requirements for software distribution and management. The data contained is used for Web Service, Framework Component, and Legacy Utility, including technical information, such as interfaces for web services, as well as business information including application names, descriptions, owning organizations, and contact information.