Zachman Framework In 3 Easy Diagrams
posted by John Spacey, February 12, 2011The Zachman Framework is a method of organizing architectural artifacts. It is usually depicted like this:
I have never found this diagram to be particularly intuitive. It is helpful to think of the levels in terms of the intended audience:
I also find the Why, How, What ... thing to be less than clear. It is helpful to label these with slightly more technical terms:
At least for me, the diagram above is the most intuitive view of the Zachman Framework.
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