View TRAK:MV-01
Name
Architecture Description Dictionary View
Description
Part of the TRAK Management Perspective and one of the 24 TRAK architecture view types.
Defines each element used in the architecture description. This is used to explain to others what each element is intended to represent and is necessary in preserving the meaning. It is also necessary if an element is to be reused correctly and consistently.
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Specification
Conforms to the MVp-01 Architecture Dictionary Viewpoint
Tool Support
Applications or Uses
- dictionary / definition for each architecture description element described
- common / shared understanding with others e.g. other organisations
- common “pick list” for architecture description elements
- preserves knowledge / makes it easier to understand later on
Comments
Easiest method of production is often a database query if the architecture modelling tool supports this. It does, however, assume that the architect has provided a description or definition for each architecture description element!
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Category:Management