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Linked.Archi ArchiMate 4.0 Ontology

Release: 2026-04-19

Modified on: 2026-04-29
This version:
https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto/4.0#
Previous version:
https://meta.linked.archi/archimate3/onto/3.2#
Revision:
4.0
Issued on:
2026-04-29
Authors:
Kalin Maldzhanski
Publisher:
Linked.Archi
Source:
https://pubs.opengroup.org/architecture/archimate4-doc/
See also:
https://www.w3.org/TR/rdf12-concepts/
License:
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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Cite as:
Linked.Archi ArchiMate 4.0 Ontology
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Linked.Archi ArchiMate 4.0 Ontology: Overview back to ToC

This ontology has the following classes and properties.

Classes

Object Properties

Data Properties

Linked.Archi ArchiMate 4.0 Ontology: Description back to ToC

Linked.Archi ArchiMate ontology aligned to the ArchiMate 4.0 specification (the "Hexagonion"). ArchiMate 4.0 replaces the layer-based structure of 3.x with a domain-based organization (Common, Business, Application, Technology, Strategy, Motivation, Implementation & Migration). Behavior elements that were previously duplicated per layer (e.g., BusinessProcess, ApplicationProcess, TechnologyProcess) are merged into single cross-domain elements (Process, Function, Event, Service). New Common Domain elements (Role, Collaboration, Path) are introduced as generic, domain-independent concepts. This is not an official Open Group document.

Cross-reference for Linked.Archi ArchiMate 4.0 Ontology classes, object properties and data properties back to ToC

This section provides details for each class and property defined by Linked.Archi ArchiMate 4.0 Ontology.

Classes

Accessc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Access

An access relationship indicates that a behavior element may access a business or data object. The accessType property specifies read, write, read-write, or unspecified.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in domain of
Access Type dp
is in range of
qualified Accesses op

ActiveStructureElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#ActiveStructureElement

Active structure elements are the subjects that can perform behavior.
has sub-classes
Communication Network c, Distribution Network c, ExternalActiveStructureElement c, InternalActiveStructureElement c, Path c

Aggregationc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Aggregation

An aggregation relationship indicates that an element combines one or more other elements. Unlike composition, the aggregated element can exist independently.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Aggregation op

And Junctionc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#AndJunction

Used to connect relationships of the same type.
has super-classes
element c

Application Componentc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#ApplicationComponent

An encapsulation of application functionality aligned to implementation structure.
has super-classes
ApplicationDomainElement c, InternalActiveStructureElement c, element c

Application Interfacec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#ApplicationInterface

A point of access where application services are made available.
has super-classes
ApplicationDomainElement c, ExternalActiveStructureElement c, element c

ApplicationDomainElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#ApplicationDomainElement

Application Domain elements represent concepts specific to the application domain.
has sub-classes
Application Component c, Application Interface c, Data Object c

Artifactc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Artifact

A piece of data that is used or produced in a software development process, or by deployment and operation of an IT system.
has super-classes
PassiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Assessmentc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Assessment

The result of an analysis of the state of affairs of the enterprise with respect to some driver.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

Assignmentc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Assignment

An assignment relationship indicates the allocation of responsibility, performance of behavior, storage, or execution.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Assignment op

Associationc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Association

An association relationship indicates an unspecified relationship, or one that is not represented by another ArchiMate relationship.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Association op

BehaviorElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#BehaviorElement

Behavior elements represent the dynamic aspects of the enterprise.
has sub-classes
Capability c, Course of Action c, Event c, Function c, Process c, Service c, Value Stream c, Work Package c

Business Actorc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#BusinessActor

A business entity that is capable of performing behavior.
has super-classes
BusinessDomainElement c, InternalActiveStructureElement c, element c

Business Interfacec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#BusinessInterface

A point of access where a business service is made available to the environment.
has super-classes
BusinessDomainElement c, ExternalActiveStructureElement c, element c

Business Objectc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#BusinessObject

A concept used within a particular business domain.
has super-classes
BusinessDomainElement c, PassiveStructureElement c, element c

BusinessDomainElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#BusinessDomainElement

Business Domain elements represent concepts specific to the business domain.
has sub-classes
Business Actor c, Business Interface c, Business Object c, Product c

Capabilityc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Capability

An ability that an organizational entity, person, or system possesses.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, StrategyElement c, element c

Collaborationc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Collaboration

A collection of business actors, application components, nodes, devices, system software, equipment, facilities, roles, and/or other collaborations that work together to perform collective behavior.
has super-classes
CommonDomainElement c, InternalActiveStructureElement c, element c

CommonDomainElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#CommonDomainElement

Common Domain elements are generic, cross-domain concepts shared across Business, Application, and Technology.
has sub-classes
Collaboration c, Event c, Function c, Path c, Process c, Role c, Service c

Communication Networkc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#CommunicationNetwork

A set of structures that connects nodes for the transmission, routing, and reception of data.
has super-classes
ActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

CompositeElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#CompositeElement

Composite elements consist of other concepts, possibly from multiple aspects or domains.
has sub-classes
Grouping c, Location c, Plateau c, Product c

Compositionc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Composition

A composition relationship indicates that an element consists of one or more other elements. The contained element exists only within the context of the container.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Composition op

Course of Actionc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#CourseOfAction

An approach or plan for configuring some capabilities and resources of the enterprise.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, StrategyElement c, element c

Data Objectc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#DataObject

Data structured for automated processing.
has super-classes
ApplicationDomainElement c, PassiveStructureElement c, element c

Deliverablec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Deliverable

A precisely-defined outcome of a work package.
has super-classes
ImplementationAndMigrationDomainElement c, PassiveStructureElement c, element c

Devicec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Device

IT hardware used for processing, data storage, and similar purposes.
has super-classes
InternalActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Distribution Networkc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#DistributionNetwork

A physical network used to transport materials or energy.
has super-classes
ActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Driverc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Driver

An external or internal condition that motivates an organization to define its goals and implement the changes necessary to achieve them.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

Equipmentc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Equipment

One or more physical machines, tools, or instruments that can create, use, store, move, or transform materials.
has super-classes
InternalActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Eventc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Event

Something that happens or occurs inside or outside the enterprise, such as a state change.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, CommonDomainElement c, element c

ExternalActiveStructureElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#ExternalActiveStructureElement

An external active structure element (interface) represents a point of access.
has super-classes
ActiveStructureElement c
has sub-classes
Application Interface c, Business Interface c, Technology Interface c

Facilityc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Facility

A physical structure or environment.
has super-classes
InternalActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Flowc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Flow

A flow relationship indicates transfer from one element to another.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Flow op

Functionc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Function

A collection of behavior based on a chosen set of criteria.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, CommonDomainElement c, element c

Goalc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Goal

A high-level statement of intent, direction, or desired end state for an organization and its stakeholders.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

Groupingc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Grouping

A collection of concepts that belong together based on some common characteristic.
has super-classes
CompositeElement c, element c

ImplementationAndMigrationDomainElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#ImplementationAndMigrationDomainElement

Implementation and Migration Domain elements support planning and execution of architecture changes.
has sub-classes
Deliverable c, Plateau c, Work Package c

Influencec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Influence

An influence relationship indicates that an element affects the implementation or achievement of some motivation element. The influenceStrength property specifies the degree.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in domain of
Influence Strength dp
is in range of
qualified Influences op

InternalActiveStructureElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#InternalActiveStructureElement

An internal active structure element represents an entity capable of performing behavior.
has super-classes
ActiveStructureElement c
has sub-classes
Application Component c, Business Actor c, Collaboration c, Device c, Equipment c, Facility c, Node c, Role c, System Software c

Locationc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Location

A place or position where structure elements can be located or behavior can be performed.
has super-classes
CompositeElement c, element c

Materialc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Material

Tangible physical matter or physical elements.
has super-classes
PassiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Meaningc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Meaning

The knowledge or expertise present in, or the interpretation given to, a concept in a particular context.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

MotivationElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#MotivationElement

A motivation element represents the context of or reason behind the architecture.
has sub-classes
Assessment c, Driver c, Goal c, Meaning c, Outcome c, Principle c, Requirement c, Stakeholder c, Value c

Nodec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Node

A generic IT or physical structure that hosts, manipulates, or interacts with other such structures.
has super-classes
InternalActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Or Junctionc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#OrJunction

Used to connect relationships of the same type.
has super-classes
element c

Outcomec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Outcome

An end result, effect, or consequence of a certain state of affairs.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

PassiveStructureElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#PassiveStructureElement

Passive structure elements can be accessed by behavior elements.
has sub-classes
Artifact c, Business Object c, Data Object c, Deliverable c, Material c, Resource c

Pathc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Path

A logical link between internal active structure elements through which they can exchange data, energy, or material.
has super-classes
ActiveStructureElement c, CommonDomainElement c, element c

Plateauc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Plateau

A relatively stable state of the architecture that exists for a defined period of time.
has super-classes
CompositeElement c, ImplementationAndMigrationDomainElement c, element c

Principlec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Principle

A statement of intent defining a general property that applies to any system in a certain context in the architecture.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

Processc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Process

A sequence of behaviors that achieves a specific result.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, CommonDomainElement c, element c

Productc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Product

A coherent collection of services, business objects, data objects, artifacts, and/or material, which is offered as a whole to customers.
has super-classes
BusinessDomainElement c, CompositeElement c, element c

Realizationc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Realization

A realization relationship indicates that an entity plays a critical role in the creation, achievement, sustenance, or operation of a more abstract entity.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Realization op

Requirementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Requirement

A statement of need defining a property that applies to a specific system as described by the architecture.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

Resourcec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Resource

A useful or valuable possession or means that can be drawn upon by the enterprise.
has super-classes
PassiveStructureElement c, StrategyElement c, element c

Rolec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Role

The position or purpose that a business actor, application component, node, device, system software, equipment, facility, or a collaboration has in performing specific behavior.
has super-classes
CommonDomainElement c, InternalActiveStructureElement c, element c

Servicec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Service

An explicitly defined behavior that an active structure element provides to its environment.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, CommonDomainElement c, element c

Servingc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Serving

A serving relationship indicates that an element provides its functionality to another element.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Serves op

Specializationc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Specialization

A specialization relationship indicates that an element is a particular kind of another element.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Specialization op

Stakeholderc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Stakeholder

The perspective from which a business actor perceives the effects of the architecture.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

StrategyElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#StrategyElement

Strategy elements represent strategic concepts used to model the enterprise at a high level.
has sub-classes
Capability c, Course of Action c, Resource c, Value Stream c

System Softwarec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#SystemSoftware

Software that provides or contributes to an environment for storing, executing, and using software or data.
has super-classes
InternalActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

Technology Interfacec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#TechnologyInterface

A point of access where technology services are made available.
has super-classes
ExternalActiveStructureElement c, TechnologyDomainElement c, element c

TechnologyDomainElementc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#TechnologyDomainElement

Technology Domain elements represent concepts specific to the technology and physical domain.
has sub-classes
Artifact c, Communication Network c, Device c, Distribution Network c, Equipment c, Facility c, Material c, Node c, System Software c, Technology Interface c

Triggeringc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Triggering

A triggering relationship indicates a temporal or causal relationship between elements.
has super-classes
qualified relationship c
is in range of
qualified Triggers op

Valuec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#Value

The relative worth, utility, or importance of a concept.
has super-classes
MotivationElement c, element c

Value Streamc back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#ValueStream

A sequence of activities that create an overall result for a customer, stakeholder, or end user.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, StrategyElement c, element c

Work Packagec back to ToC or Class ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#WorkPackage

A series of actions identified and designed to achieve specific results within specified time and resource constraints.
has super-classes
BehaviorElement c, ImplementationAndMigrationDomainElement c, element c

Object Properties

Accessesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#accesses

Indicates that a behavior element may access a business or data object.

Aggregatesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#aggregates

Indicates that an element combines one or more other elements.

Assigned Toop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#assignedTo

Indicates the allocation of responsibility, performance of behavior, storage, or execution.

Associated Withop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#associatedWith

Indicates an unspecified relationship, or one that is not represented by another ArchiMate relationship.

Composed Ofop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#composedOf

Indicates that an element consists of one or more other elements.

Flows Toop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#flowsTo

Indicates transfer from one element to another.

Influencesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#influences

Indicates that an element affects the implementation or achievement of some motivation element.

qualified Accessesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedAccesses

Navigates from a source element to an Access qualified relationship resource. The Access resource carries the accessType (Read, Write, ReadWrite).
has range
Access c

qualified Aggregationop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedAggregation

Navigates from a source element to an Aggregation qualified relationship resource.
has range
Aggregation c

qualified Assignmentop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedAssignment

Navigates from a source element to an Assignment qualified relationship resource.
has range
Assignment c

qualified Associationop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedAssociation

Navigates from a source element to an Association qualified relationship resource.
has range
Association c

qualified Compositionop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedComposition

Navigates from a source element to a Composition qualified relationship resource.
has range
Composition c

qualified Flowop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedFlow

Navigates from a source element to a Flow qualified relationship resource.
has range
Flow c

qualified Influencesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedInfluences

Navigates from a source element to an Influence qualified relationship resource. The Influence resource carries the influenceStrength (+, ++, -, --).
has range
Influence c

qualified Realizationop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedRealization

Navigates from a source element to a Realization qualified relationship resource.
has range
Realization c

qualified Servesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedServes

Navigates from a source element to a Serving qualified relationship resource.
has range
Serving c

qualified Specializationop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedSpecialization

Navigates from a source element to a Specialization qualified relationship resource.
has range
Specialization c

qualified Triggersop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#qualifiedTriggers

Navigates from a source element to a Triggering qualified relationship resource.
has range
Triggering c

Realizesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#realizes

Indicates that an entity plays a critical role in the creation, achievement, sustenance, or operation of a more abstract entity.

Servesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#serves

Indicates that an element provides its functionality to another element.

Specializesop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#specializes

Indicates that an element is a particular kind of another element.

Triggersop back to ToC or Object Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#triggers

Indicates a temporal or causal relationship between elements.

Data Properties

Access Typedp back to ToC or Data Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#accessType

Specifies the type of access: read, write, read-write, or unspecified.
has domain
Access c
has range
string

Influence Strengthdp back to ToC or Data Property ToC

IRI: https://meta.linked.archi/archimate4/onto#influenceStrength

Specifies the strength or sign of an influence (e.g., +, ++, -, --).
has domain
Influence c
has range
string

Legend back to ToC

c: Classes
op: Object Properties
dp: Data Properties
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Acknowledgments back to ToC

The authors would like to thank Silvio Peroni for developing LODE, a Live OWL Documentation Environment, which is used for representing the Cross Referencing Section of this document and Daniel Garijo for developing Widoco, the program used to create the template used in this documentation.