Enterprise Architecture
TOGAF ADM (Architecture Development Methodology)
TOGAF ADM (Architecture Development Methodology) is a case interview framework for enterprise architecture, modernization, digital transformation. Use for designing target architecture and managing architecture transformation
When to use it
Use for designing target architecture and managing architecture transformation
Where it fits
Best for enterprise architecture, modernization, and large-scale transformation cases
How to use it in a case
Follow 8-phase cycle: Preliminary → Architecture Vision → Business Architecture → Information Systems Architectures → Technology Architecture → Opportunities & Solutions → Migration Planning → Implementation Governance. Each phase produces deliverables and governance review.
- Preliminary. Define framework, governance, principles, stakeholders
- Architecture Vision. Business drivers, target vision, stakeholder alignment
- Business Architecture. Value streams, business capabilities, processes
- Information Systems. Data and applications architecture
- Technology Architecture. Infrastructure, platforms, standards
- Opportunities & Solutions. Identify transition capabilities and work packages
- Migration Planning. Sequencing, roadmap, resource planning
- Implementation Governance. Oversight, compliance, change management
Case types
Enterprise Architecture, Modernization, Digital Transformation.
Source: The Open Group TOGAF standard.