> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.guardianservice.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.guardianservice.app/methodologies-digitized.md). # Methodologies, digitized ### A production-ready platform for modern registries Managed Guardian Service (MGS) is a generally available platform for building and operating methodology-driven systems. It supports the digitization, execution, and lifecycle management of methodologies, programs, and operational workflows while abstracting underlying infrastructure complexity. ### Platform status Managed Guardian Service is scheduled to enter general availability on March 2, 2026. The platform is production-ready and supports multiple operating models to meet organizations where they are today and as they grow. Organizations can choose between: * Self-managed operation, where teams control their own keys and transaction flows * Managed consumption via Automatic Transaction Processing (ATP), an optional model that simplifies onboarding, ongoing usage, and offboarding ### What MGS enables At its core, MGS provides the foundation for digitizing and operating methodology-driven processes by enabling organizations to: * Model and execute methodologies and program rules as executable methodologies * Manage schemas, data models, and workflow logic * Support review, approval, issuance, and lifecycle tracking * Operate production workflows with auditability and consistency MGS abstracts system-level concerns while preserving clear ownership, traceability, and control. ### Designed for onboarding and offboarding Organizations using Guardian-based systems must support onboarding, operational execution, and clean offboarding over time. MGS is designed around the full lifecycle of users, methodologies, and environments. With MGS: * New organizations and programs can be onboarded efficiently * Existing environments can evolve as methodologies and requirements change * Ownership and operational responsibility can transition in a controlled and auditable way This lifecycle-first approach supports standards bodies, enterprises, system integrators, and partners operating methodology-driven platforms. ### Enterprise-ready by design Managed Guardian Service is built to support enterprise and institutional requirements, including: * Production-grade stability and support * Optional dedicated and isolated deployments * Alignment with compliance and audit expectations These capabilities allow organizations to adopt Guardian with confidence. ### Getting started If you are new to MGS, start with the Quick Start guides to deploy your first environment. If you are an existing user, explore the documentation to learn more about operating models, policies, and advanced configuration options. For questions or guidance, our team is available at --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.guardianservice.app/methodologies-digitized.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.