Enterprise Architecture Flashcards
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Which TOGAF ADM phase is responsible for defining the Target Business Architecture?
Answer: Phase B: Business Architecture
Phase B develops the Target Business Architecture, including processes, organization, and information flows needed to support the business strategy.
In TOGAF, what is the primary purpose of the Architecture Repository?
Answer: To hold all architecture-related work products and reference materials
The Architecture Repository stores architectural work products, reference models, standards, and the Architecture Landscape across all levels.
What does the TOGAF concept of 'Architecture Landscape' refer to?
Answer: The three levels of architecture abstraction: Strategic, Segment, and Capability
The Architecture Landscape represents architectures at three levels of abstraction—Strategic, Segment, and Capability—providing different views for different stakeholders.
Which of the following best describes a 'Gap Analysis' in the TOGAF ADM?
Answer: A comparison of the Baseline and Target Architectures to identify differences
Gap Analysis identifies the differences (gaps) between the Baseline Architecture and the Target Architecture, guiding what work must be done to transition.
In the TOGAF framework, what is an 'Architecture Building Block' (ABB)?
Answer: A reusable component that captures architecture requirements and directs the design of Solution Building Blocks
Architecture Building Blocks (ABBs) define what capabilities are required, guiding the design of Solution Building Blocks (SBBs) which implement those capabilities.
What is the role of the 'Architecture Board' in TOGAF governance?
Answer: To oversee implementation and control of enterprise architecture
The Architecture Board is responsible for reviewing and governing the implementation of enterprise architecture, ensuring compliance and managing architecture change requests.
Which TOGAF ADM phase produces the Architecture Roadmap as a key deliverable?
Answer: Phase E: Opportunities and Solutions
Phase E: Opportunities and Solutions produces the Architecture Roadmap, which identifies work packages, projects, and transition architectures needed to move from baseline to target.