Technical standards, patterns, and reference models developed by architects and subject-matter experts. Used to shape the architectures of all IT initiatives and achieve technical consistency.
Artifacts
| Artifact | Status | Owner | Last Reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology Reference Model | Current | Enterprise Architect | 2026-Q1 |
| Integration Patterns Catalog | Current | Enterprise Architect | 2025-Q4 |
Relevant Viewpoints
| Viewpoint | Purpose | Key Question | Completeness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology Radar | Governing, Deciding | "Which technologies should we adopt, trial, hold, or retire?" | Complete |
| Standards Compliance (overlay on Landscape) | Governing, Deciding | "Are our systems using approved technologies?" | Minimum Viable |
Governance
- Governed by
- Technology Council
- Review cadence
- Quarterly (March, June, September, December)
- Approval process
- Enterprise Architect drafts → Technology Council votes → published
- Staleness threshold
- Flagged if quarterly review missed
- Lifecycle
- Permanent — versions tracked, updated on technology change
- Escalation path
- Enterprise Architect → Technology Council → Steering Group
Inter-Type Relationships
- Standards provide guidelines for → Outlines, Designs
- Standards eventually shape → Landscapes
- Considerations influence selection of → Standards
- Visions guide selection of → Standards