CMA Enterprise Architecture Frameworks

Question 1

Which TOGAF phase is responsible for defining the Architecture Vision and obtaining stakeholder sign-off before detailed work begins?

Accepted Answer

Phase A

Answer

Phase A (Architecture Vision) establishes the scope, constraints, and high-level vision that stakeholders approve before detailed domain architecture work proceeds.

Question 2

In the Zachman Framework, which 'Row' represents the perspective of the system architect who translates business requirements into logical system models?

Accepted Answer

Row 3 – Architect

Answer

Row 3 (Architect) in the Zachman Framework captures the logical system model that bridges business intent with technical implementation.

Question 3

Which TOGAF ADM phase produces the Architecture Roadmap that sequences work packages needed to achieve the Target Architecture?

Accepted Answer

Phase E – Migration Planning

Answer

Phase E (Migration Planning) prioritizes and sequences projects into an Architecture Roadmap aligned to implementation resources and business value.

Question 4

The FEAF (Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework) organizes US government EA into five reference models; which model focuses on classifying IT assets and services?

Accepted Answer

Service Component Reference Model

Answer

The Service Component Reference Model (SRM) classifies IT services and assets to enable sharing and reuse across federal agencies.

Question 5

In TOGAF, the Architecture Repository stores reusable architecture assets; which layer holds formally adopted architecture standards and policies?

Accepted Answer

Standards Information Base

Answer

The Standards Information Base (SIB) contains industry standards, legal regulations, and organizational policies that constrain architecture decisions.

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CMA Enterprise Architecture Frameworks