ITA Enterprise Architecture Frameworks

Question 1

Which phase of the TOGAF Architecture Development Method (ADM) focuses on defining the target Business Architecture?

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Phase B: Business Architecture

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Phase A: Architecture Vision

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Phase C: Information Systems Architectures

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Phase D: Technology Architecture

Question 2

In the Zachman Framework, what does the column representing 'When' address?

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Timing and scheduling (events and cycles)

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Data and information assets

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Functional processes

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Network locations and nodes

Question 3

Which TOGAF component provides a structured repository of architecture building blocks, patterns, and reference models?

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Architecture Repository

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Architecture Development Method (ADM)

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Enterprise Continuum

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Architecture Capability Framework

Question 4

The Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework (FEAF) organizes architecture into reference models. Which reference model focuses on the performance outcomes and indicators for government services?

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Performance Reference Model (PRM)

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Business Reference Model (BRM)

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Service Component Reference Model (SRM)

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Data Reference Model (DRM)

Question 5

In TOGAF, what is the primary purpose of the Architecture Vision document produced in Phase A?

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To obtain approval to proceed and provide a high-level view of the target architecture

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To document the detailed technical specifications for all systems

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To define the governance mechanisms for architecture compliance

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To establish the migration roadmap from baseline to target state

Question 6

Which enterprise architecture framework is organized around a matrix of six rows (perspectives) and six columns (aspects), creating 36 cells that each represent a unique architectural artifact?

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Zachman Framework

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TOGAF ADM

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FEAF

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DoDAF

Question 7

In TOGAF's ADM, the 'Requirements Management' process differs from other phases because it:

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Is a continuous process that operates across all ADM phases

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Only operates during the initial phases of the ADM cycle

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Replaces the need for stakeholder analysis in later phases

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Is performed only when architecture requirements change significantly