Architecture development method (ADM)
The core of the TOGAF architecture is the ADM. It provides a set of tested and repeatable processes for developing enterprise architectures.
The following are the key activities that are captured in the ADM:
- Establish a framework for architecture
- Develop content for architecture
- Provide guidance for realization of architectures
All the ADM activities follow an iterative cycle, which includes both architecture definition and realization. This helps the organizations to transform their architectures in a step-wise manner that is aligned with their business goals and opportunities. The phases of an ADM are shown in the following diagram:
Activities that happen in each phase within the ADM are explained as follows:
- Preliminary phase: The main initiation activities that are required for architecture capability building are done. Some examples of activities that are done in this phase are customization of TOGAF, the definition of principles to be used for architecture...
