You can extend technology packs and cartridges to include new specifications, characteristics, and rule sets. You can also introduce new behaviors into the model provided by a technology pack by taking advantage of stub rule sets.
Important:
To ensure that extensions are upgradeable and supportable, follow the guidelines and policies described in UIM Developer's Guide. In most cases, you extend technology packs by adding content in supplemental cartridges that you create.When extending technology packs, see the following topics: