This SAE Recommended Practice defines an architecture, including operating modes, in which an advanced driver interface system and related software exist. It also provides reference to a set of Federal Highway Administration approved guidelines for human factors characteristics of such systems and related software.

This document is meant to aid the developer of advanced driver interface systems and related software for commercial vehicle operations in understanding the general architecture in which an advanced driver interface system is placed, as well as provide some limited guidance in developing information presentation to the driver. This document has cited specific sections of The Human Factors Design Guidelines for Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS) and Commercial Vehicle Operations, published by the United States Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration. The specific guidelines cited are those thought to provide the most applicable assistance for developers of advanced driver interface systems and software for professional drivers.