Architecture principles definition and management activities. Library resources are organized into four sections. For the purposes of the togaf standard, the following terms and definitions apply. An ability that an organization, person, or system possesses. Togaf, an open group standard, is a proven enterprise architecture methodology and framework used by the worlds leading organizations to improve business efficiency. According to togaf, operating a mature architecture capability within a large enterprise creates a huge volume of architectural output. This document describes the baseline and target business architecture for a project. Effective management and leverage of these architectural. The license is free to any organization wishing to use the togaf standard entirely for internal purposes for example, to develop an information system architecture for use within that organization. Togaf strongly recommends the iterative approach and provides a set of best practices and advice on this subject. Togaf offers a stepbystep method for the rapid architectural development and offers guidance on how to managegovern an it architecture.
This differs from how things are done or where they are done. Again, as defined in the bizbok guide, a capability is a particular ability or capacity that a business may possess or exchange to achieve. Business capability managemen hassoplattnerinstitut. It proposes an approach for the standingup and enhancing of an enterprises ea capability based upon the established best practice contained within togaf, an open group standard. An enterprise architects view of capability maps ashridge. In particular, the capability models describe capability taxonomy and capability evolution. It puts forward advice on establishing an enterprise architecture ea capability that aligns to a set of requirements and expectations specific to each enterprise. This capability assessment can be examined on several levels. Capability assessment is one of the togaf deliverables you can create with the togaf tool. The differences between the baseline see definition architecture and the target see definition architecture is the gap.
Key terminology of the toa 9 standard softwarearchitect. This is the first webinar in the togaf business architecture series. A capability model describes the complete set of capabilities an organization requires to execute its business model or fulfill its. Dragon1 icon for capability created by capabilities, creative commons license dragon1 definition for capability. Togaf uses the term capabilities with an emphasis on horizontal aspects cross cutting concerns backup source. Togaf is the architect ure develop ment method adm.
Pdf ensuring the alignment between it and business can be a difficult challenge. A logical business hierarchy a functional decomposition independent of the management structure. Any solution at the strategic, segment or capability level will have to balance its specific impact for a. May 15, 2014 the business capability model essentially provides a common, shared definition for both business and technology professionals in order to discuss information and systemsrelated issues, including investment priorities and ict applicationssystems enablement of the organizations strategic direction. Togaf 9 example multiple choice questions 1 of 12 introduction in response to the demand i have seen via my blog for togaf 9 questions i have put together this document of thirty multiple choice questions based on the togaf 9 specification. Togaf glossary for enterprise architecture terms and definitions consists of a list of definitions of the most used terms in togaf 9. Take a look at this very instructive 39minute long video entitled togaf business architecture. The open group architecture framework togaf core concepts. Togaf 9 encompasses the entire enterprise architecture life cycle, which is.
Togaf and defining a digital vision embracing the open group architecture framework allows architects and organizations to adopt additional or fewer steps to match the culture and approaches. Togaf 9 exam multiple choice questions artitecture. The business capability model essentially provides a common, shared definition for both business and technology professionals in order to discuss information and systemsrelated issues, including investment priorities and ict applicationssystems enablement of. Firstly, it is necessary to tailor the togaf model for integration into the enterprise. Capability is widely used as a concept in many different definitions, both in enterprise architecture and in natural language. For the purposes of togaf 9, the core concepts provided in this chapter apply. The togaf library is maintained under the governance of the open group architecture forum. A capability describes what the business does and should not be confused with just the skills or competencies of the people which the hr function also refers to as a capability so, a business capability is described by more than just the people perspective. A summary of togafs architecture capability framework. What is the capability level of the enterprise as a.
Capabilities are typically expressed in general and highlevel terms and. Business capability definition one of many a business capability or simply capability describes a unique, collective ability that can be applied to achieve a specific outcome. Templates provided by the open group adoption strategies working group to accompany w102 and w103. A physical business hierarchy an organisation decomposition units with managers and human actors. Business capability modeling is a technique for the representation of an organizations business anchor model, independent of the organizations structure, processes, people or domains. We recommend to use the dragon1 glossary of terms and definitions. The open group architecture framework togaf is a framework a detailed method and a set of supporting tools for planning, developing, maintaining and gaining value from an enterprise architecture. How to develop adm architecture definition document phase b.
Togaf definition the open group architecture framework togaf is a framework for enterprise architecture which provides a comprehensive approach for modeling an enterprise information architecture. Capabilitybased planning is based on the same independenceofmanagementstructure principle. It is used in the togaf framework to define the requirement for a building block or system. A book is also available in hardcopy and pdf from the open group. So, capabilities can be named as and identified with functions, and occupy the same place in a model. You can use a balanced score card to monitor the state of your capability portfolio, using e. Steve kirby principal enterprisearchitectprincipal enterprise architect sap uk ltd. However, before the togaf framework can be effectively used within an architecture project, tailoring at two levels is necessary.
Elements considered central to its usage, without which the framework would not be togaf togaf recommended. The technical reference model trm see definition is an example of a foundation architecture. The open group publications templates and artifacts. Below you find a selection of the most used words in togaf and their togaf definition. The togaf leaders guide to establishing and evolving an ea. It may be used freely by any organization wishing to develop enterprise architecture for use within that organization. This tailoring will include integration with project and process management frameworks, customization of terminology, development of presentational styles, selection, configuration, and deployment of architecture tools, etc.
It contains the core architectural artifacts created during a project. Model a simplified or abstract definition of something. The following artifacts are typically found in the architecture definition document add. Before i go further, let me say that this is not an article on the importance of. Enterprise architecture as business capabilities architecture. Glossary of supplementary definitions should be referenced for supplementary definitions not defined in this chapter. As with any business capability, the establishment of an enterprise architecture capability can be supported by the togaf architecture development method. A summary of the togafs architecture capability framework slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Togaf is a systematic, modular, and iterative approach to enterprise architecture and concerns four information sectors business, application, data, and technology. Understanding reference models and reference architectures. The open group architecture framework togaf version 9.
Gnb business capabilities reference model 27 july 2015 3 43. The benefits of good architectural definition and control can thus be difficult to. A stepbystep approach to develop and use an enterprise architecture. Business capabilities reference model new brunswick. Before embarking upon a detailed architecture definition, it is valuable to understand the baseline and target capability level of the enterprise. The multiple choice questions are part of the togaf 9 certification level 1 exam and the multiple. This is where we start to get a definition of the future architectures as a vision, as a statement of work, and as a draft architecture. Architecture capability iteration, which groups the preliminary phase and the vision phase phase a. Does also incorporate oasis soa rm definition togaf 9. The architecture definition documents produces in phase b, c and d span all architecture domains business, data, application. Business capability guide made for the open group with alec blair and steve marshall. How to develop adm capability assessment phase a visual. It is based on an iterative process model supported by. For example, marketing, customer contact, or outbound telemarketing.
Gap this is the difference between two architectures, when used in the context of togaf. Togaf is an architecture framework the open group architecture framework. The togaf library is a reference library containing guidelines, templates, patterns, and other forms of reference material to accelerate the creation of new architectures for the enterprise. The course provides an accelerated and entertaining coverage of togaf 9. Learning togaf 9 poster 106 how to use the architecture. The benefits of good architectural definition and control can thus be difficult to justify to the business over the short term. Business capability managemen from business needs to executing change. This is an example set of templates for the togaf 9 standard. The architecture development method see definition is togafs repeatable approach to defining an architecture. A book is also available in hardcopy and pdf from the open group bookstore as document g116. In the main contents frame in the left margin of the page, click the relevant hyperlink to load the contents list for that part of the togaf document or go direct to a chapter within the document. Architecture capability framework structured definition how to establish an enterprise architecture function who. With the latest version, the concept of capabilitybased planning was introduced, but the. It does not have the concept of a business function, because capability takes its place.
Togaf, the open group standard, is a proven enterprise architecture methodology and framework used by the worlds leading organizations to improve business efficiency. Business capabilities are the core of the business architecturei. This guide answers some important questions about what a business capability is and how it is being used to enhance business analysis and planning. Capabilitybased planning with togaf and archimate university of. The open group conference london sap eaf and togaf 9 history, differences, similarities and recommendations for the future a personal and software vendor perspective.
The togaf document set is designed for use with frames. According to togaf the architecture definition document is the deliverable container for the core architectural artifacts created during. Capability maps, enterprise architecture ea, enterprise architecture. Capability architecture an overview sciencedirect topics. How to develop adm architecture definition document phase. A technical capability required to provide enabling infrastructure that supports the delivery of applications. It establishes the conventions for constructing, interpreting, and using an architecture view to address a specific concern or set of concerns about a systemofinterest. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. The capability viewpoint and the dodafdescribed models within the viewpoint are introduced into dodaf v2.
The togaf framework provides an industry standard for architecture that may be used in a wide variety of organizations. Togaf glossary for ea terms and definitions dragon1. Introduction togaf is an architecture framework which has been developed by the open group to provide the methods and tools for assisting in the. Capability based planning tiered architecture architecture impact and framework integration.
Architecture capability outputs this phase prepares the way for the initiation of the adm. Part vii architecture capability framework preface, executive overview, core concepts, definitions and release notes introduction to adm adm phase narratives architectural artifacts architecture deliverables building blocks guidelines for adapting the adm process. It formalizes the definition of an enterprise architecture. What is the open group togaf 9 combined part 1 and part 2 certification. The main frameworks suggested to be coordinated with togaf are business capability managementbusiness direction and planning that determines what business capabilities are required to deliver business value including the definition of return on investment and the requisite controlperformance measures. The first piece of alignment is found in this definition.
Togaf, an open group standard, is a proven enterprise architecture methodology and framework used by the worlds leading organizations to improve business efficiency this pocket guide is based on togaf version 9. In this webinar we look at what do we mean by the term business capability. Togaf provides the methods and tools for assisting in the acceptance, production, use, and maintenance of an enterprise architecture. A business capability defines what a business does at its core. Establishing an ea capability to understand the togaf document categorization model. Togaf is the open group framework for developing an enterprise. Copyright 20022006 bredemeyer consulting 1 enterprise architecture as business capabilities architecture ruth malan, dana bredemeyer raj krishnan and aaron lafrenz. The business capabilities define a stable view of the business, which focuses on what. We only provide for means of comparison the terms of togaf here. In this usage, the capability is not itself a lasting element of the business framework but rather the manifestation of a business outcome. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext.
Togaf is the open group framework for developing an enterprise architecture and bizzdesign is involved in the work group working towards its next version and its alignment with archimate. Chapter 32 of togaf discusses on 6 pages with an emphasis on cross cutting concerns. The open group conference london sap eaf and togaf 9. We create models of enterprises systems and processes. Some definitions of dragon1 and togaf even conflict with each other, such as the definitions for architecture and principle. Supports business capabilities through an explicitly defined interface and is explicitly. Each member of the architecture capability team worked. Its the most prominent and reliable enterprise architecture standard, ensuring consistent standards, methods, and communication among enterprise architecture professionals.
Building a data management capability with togaf and archimate. Apr 25, 2018 architecture definition document is one of the togaf deliverables you can create with the togaf tool. Function describes units of business capability at all levels of granularity togaf 34. The merriamwebster collegiate dictionary should be referenced for terms not defined in this section or a. In particular, the capability models describe capability taxonomy and. Togaf contains a definition of capabilities which is rather similar to definitions 2 and 3 above. An often cited 8, 10, , 16 definition of business capabilities is provided by the the open group architecture framework togaf 7, stating that a business. Architecture definition document is one of the togaf deliverables you can create with the togaf tool.
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