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Extreme Architecture Framework: A Minimalist Framework for Modern Times

Extreme Architecture Framework: A Minimalist Framework for Modern Times

P. Robinson, F. Gout
Copyright: © 2007 |Pages: 21
ISBN13: 9781599041896|ISBN10: 1599041898|ISBN13 Softcover: 9781616927592|EISBN13: 9781599041919
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59904-189-6.ch002
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Robinson, P., and F. Gout. "Extreme Architecture Framework: A Minimalist Framework for Modern Times." Handbook of Enterprise Systems Architecture in Practice, edited by Pallab Saha, IGI Global, 2007, pp. 18-38. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59904-189-6.ch002

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Robinson, P. & Gout, F. (2007). Extreme Architecture Framework: A Minimalist Framework for Modern Times. In P. Saha (Ed.), Handbook of Enterprise Systems Architecture in Practice (pp. 18-38). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59904-189-6.ch002

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Robinson, P., and F. Gout. "Extreme Architecture Framework: A Minimalist Framework for Modern Times." In Handbook of Enterprise Systems Architecture in Practice, edited by Pallab Saha, 18-38. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2007. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59904-189-6.ch002

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Abstract

As consultant-educators, the authors created the extreme architecture framework (XAF) in order to quickly grasp an understanding of an organisation’s architecture from different perspectives. The framework is presented as a matrix of system types and architectural perspectives that is described by a single uncluttered diagram. Elements within the framework are defined along with the content that can include architectural representations, planning, and governance information. A discussion follows to show the relationship of the framework to planning, development, and governance activities. The minimalist framework presents a consolidated view of both human activity and software systems and can also help to foster a shared understanding between IT groups and business areas. It has been designed to answer a manager’s questions: • Which elements of the enterprise do I need to be aware of and understand; and • Which elements am I responsible for and need to manage?

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