Enterprise Frameworks Overview - Module 4
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What does TOGAF primarily focus on?

  • Service management principles
  • Enterprise as a whole
  • Enterprise as a system (correct)
  • Open, vendor-neutral approach

Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) applies only to software applications.

False (B)

What is the significance of the Service Oriented Architecture?

Interoperability and service reuse

TOGAF includes a __________ that provides a structured approach to management and governance.

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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

<p>MDA = Open, vendor-neutral approach to interoperability Zachman = Addresses enterprise as a whole ACF = Organizational processes, skills, roles, responsibilities needed for EA Enterprise Continuum = Architectures developed across a continuum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the levels of abstraction in the Model Driven Architecture (MDA)?

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Mapping is key in MDA to translate one model to another.

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What does the modular structure of TOGAF allow for?

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What is the primary focus of business-focused architecture descriptions?

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IT-focused descriptions primarily use informal language.

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What are the two main categories of architecture artifacts mentioned?

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A functional analysis technique examines how a change in one _____ affects others.

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Which of the following does NOT describe the characteristics of landscapes?

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Match each type of architecture artifact with its description:

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What role do standards play in IT architecture?

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The proper use of outlines can lead to improved efficiency in IT investments.

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What is the primary focus of functional aspects of architecture?

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Models in architecture are always required to represent every aspect of an organization.

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What are the three main components represented in performance, reliability, and cost assessments?

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The modeling process includes _____, _____, and _____ activities.

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Match the following modeling activities to their descriptions:

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Which of the following is a key aspect of the modeling process?

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Analytical analysis is strictly statistical and does not involve higher-level analysis.

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What is the ultimate goal of creating models in architecture?

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What does Quantum Computing primarily aim to achieve?

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Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) refers to AI that surpasses human intelligence.

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What are the basic units of a neural network called?

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In a neural network, the layer that produces the final output is known as the ______.

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Match the type of AI with its description:

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Which of the following techniques is NOT part of AI?

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Neuromorphic Computing focuses primarily on cloud-based solutions to process data.

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List one application of predictive AI.

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What are AI parameters primarily used for during the training of machine learning models?

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Robotic automation is limited to humanoid robots only.

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Name one prominent application of Natural Language Processing.

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___________ is a type of AI technology that focuses on generating images from text descriptions.

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Match the following AI technologies with their applications:

<p>Language models = Natural language understanding Computer vision = Image recognition Music generation = Sound effects and music creation Robotics = Automated physical tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a limitation of current AI systems?

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AI-generated music varies in quality based on the genre, singer, or mood.

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Which company is known for developing humanoid and four-legged robots?

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What is a significant challenge in AI regarding hardware?

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AGI can understand and solve problems in various domains without any manual intervention.

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Name two areas of ethical concern associated with AI.

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Deepfakes are primarily a concern for __________.

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Match the following AI impacts with their descriptions:

<p>Job Security = Concern over job displacement due to AI Deepfakes = Manipulated media posing risks to individuals Military Applications = AI used in military for identification and warfare Privacy = Concerns regarding data confidentiality and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which AI application raises concerns about blurred lines between reality and digital realms?

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Locally-hosted AI systems pose no challenges for non-technical users.

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What is a proposed metric for evaluating AGI by DeepMind?

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Flashcards

Zachman Framework

A framework for understanding an entire enterprise, but lacks a specific methodology or artifacts.

TOGAF Framework

Treats the enterprise as a system using a content framework with an architecture repository. It has modular guidelines for incremental adoption.

MDA (Model Driven Architecture)

An open, vendor-neutral approach for software solutions. It increases the level of abstraction making solutions easier to specify.

Levels of Abstraction

Different levels of detail in models, ranging from business/domain models to ones that are very specific to a platform (like Java or a workflow engine).

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Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)

A set of principles for designing systems, enabling independent units of functionality as services, for both business and software.

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Significance of SOA

SOA increases interoperability and service reuse across different systems within multiple domains.

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Enterprise Continuum

Architectures move along, from foundational to industry-specific, to a company's distinct architecture.

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ACF (Architecture Capability Framework)

Describes the organizational processes, skills, roles, and responsibilities needed for Enterprise Architecture.

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Quantum Computing

A type of computing that utilizes quantum mechanics principles to solve complex problems with unprecedented speed and efficiency.

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Neuromorphic Computing

A type of computing that mimics the structure and function of the human brain, prioritizing energy efficiency and real-time processing.

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Neural Network

A complex system of interconnected nodes (neurons) that process information by passing it through layers, similar to how the human brain works.

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Input Layer

The first layer of a neural network that receives raw data.

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Hidden Layers

Intermediate layers in a neural network that apply transformations to the data, processing it further.

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Output Layer

The final layer of a neural network that produces the output, or prediction.

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Artificial Narrow Intelligence (ANI)

AI systems designed to perform specific tasks, like playing chess or recognizing faces.

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Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)

Hypothetical AI systems possessing human-level intelligence, able to perform any intellectual task a human can.

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Business-focused artifacts

These artifacts use plain business language, are technology-neutral, and contain only essential information for executives.

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IT-focused artifacts

These artifacts use IT-specific language, covering technical domains, and are detailed for IT professionals.

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Dual artifacts

Artifacts that exist in both business and IT perspectives.

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Architecture Models

Models used to describe architecture with the right level of abstraction and integration for decision-making.

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Functional Analysis

Analyzing how changes in one part of a system affect other parts.

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Visions

High-level descriptions (3-5 years) of what IT should deliver, from a business perspective.

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Landscapes

High-level visual representations of the current IT system.

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Outlines

High-level descriptions, understandable to business, of IT initiatives (1-2 years).

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Functional Architecture

Focuses on what a system does, not how it does it. Concerned with assessing change impact and validating correctness, but not speed or cost.

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Quantitative Architecture

Deals with measurable aspects like performance, reliability, and cost. Useful for optimization by quantifying the impact of different design choices.

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Analytical Architecture

Goes beyond basic statistical data, applying deeper analysis to understand trends and relationships within a system.

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Enterprise Architecture (EA) Focus

Primarily functional and analytical, with some elements of quantitative analysis.

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Models in Enterprise Architecture

Abstract representations of enterprise elements like products, processes, applications, infrastructure, and their relationships.

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Purpose of EA Models

To communicate a clear and shared understanding of the enterprise, facilitating agreement and commitment.

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Basic Modeling Activities

Establish scope, purpose, and focus; select viewpoints; create and structure the model; visualize; use; maintain.

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Focus in EA Modeling

Think of each model as a piece of a jigsaw puzzle, contributing to a larger understanding.

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AI Parameters

Variables that machine learning models learn and adjust during training to make predictions or decisions. Think of them as dials or knobs for fine-tuning.

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Language Models (LLM/SLM, NLP)

AI systems that understand and generate human language. They are used for things like translating languages, writing different kinds of text, and answering questions.

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What are some prominent examples of Large Language Models?

Popular language models include ChatGPT (OpenAI), Gemini (Google), Llama (Meta), Copilot (Microsoft), Apple Intelligence, and NVIDIA.

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Image Generation AI

AI capable of creating realistic images from text descriptions. This can be used to generate images, edit existing ones, or create unique art.

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Music and Sound Generation using AI

AI systems capable of generating music, sound effects, and even voices. This can be used to create new music, edit existing soundtracks, or even clone voices.

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Video Generation with AI

Although limited, AI is starting to generate short videos with limited resolution. This is still a developing area.

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Robotic and General Automation

This area of AI focuses on using robots for tasks like manufacturing, delivery, and even household chores.

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AI's Impact on Research

AI agents are now being used to conduct scientific research and publish papers. This has the potential to greatly accelerate scientific progress.

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AGI (Artificial General Intelligence)

A type of AI that can solve problems in various domains, learn independently, and adapt to new situations, similar to human intelligence.

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Deepfakes

AI-generated videos or images that realistically portray individuals doing or saying things they never actually did.

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Ethical Concerns with AI

Concerns about the potential negative impacts of AI on society, including privacy violations, job displacement, and the possibility of malicious use.

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Open-Source AI Models

AI models that are publicly available and can be modified or used by anyone, promoting collaboration and democratization.

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Locally-Hosted AI

Running AI models directly on personal devices, rather than relying on cloud servers, offering potential privacy and security benefits.

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Impact on EA (Enterprise Architecture)

AI's rapid development requires adjustments to current EA approaches, including a focus on urgency and adaptation.

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AI's Impact on Jobs

AI is expected to replace certain jobs, particularly those involving repetitive tasks, leading to shifts in the workforce and potential unemployment.

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Military Applications of AI

AI can be used for tasks like identification of targets and even autonomous warfare, raising ethical concerns about potential misuse.

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Study Notes

Module 4.1 - Frameworks

  • Zachman: Addresses the entire enterprise as a whole, with no methodology or artifacts.
  • TOGAF: Treats the enterprise as a system.
  • MDA: Offers an open, vendor-neutral approach to interoperability, raising the level of abstraction for specifying software solutions.
  • Levels of Abstraction: Computation independent, Platform independent, Platform specific.
  • Computation Independent: Business/domain models and business requirements are independent of workflow.
  • Platform Independent: BPMN and UML models are independent of computing platform engine.
  • Platform Specific: Mapping is a key component, using rules and techniques to translate models.
  • Service Oriented Architecture (SOA): A set of design principles enabling units of functionality to be provided and consumed as services. Applies to both business and software applications. Separates internal and external behavior. Interoperability and service reuse are crucial aspects.

Module 4.2 - TOGAF

  • Content framework, architecture repository, modular structure, isolation of guidelines, and incremental adoption are all aligned with business vision and drivers.
  • ACF (capability): Organizational processes, skills, roles, responsibilities for EA.
  • Enterprise Continuum: Developmental processes from foundational to industry-specific enterprise architectures, which can be adaptable.
  • ADM (architecture development method): Iterative, considering enterprise coverage, level of detail, time horizon, and architectural assets.
  • Domains: Focus on business - strategy, governance, processes; data - logical/physical assets and data management; application - blueprint, deployment, interactions; technology - IT infrastructure.
  • Implementation governance and architecture change management are necessary. ADM's components are not always sequential, and the biggest difference from SDLC is scope.

Module 4.3 - CSVLOD

  • Dimension 1: What? Broad rules defining an organization, often in text format, updated periodically. Focus is on planning decisions, helping maintain consistency.
  • Dimension 2: How? Business-focused, typically technology-neutral, using plain business language. IT-focused uses technical language, describing specific IT systems and processes in detail.

Module 5.1 - Architecture Analysis & Modeling

  • Architecture Analysis and Modeling: Techniques for capturing architecture with abstraction and integration, useful in decision-making and design.
  • Functional Analysis: Assess impact on other entities, validate correctness.
  • Quantitative Analysis: Assess impact of change via optimization. Evaluate alternative designs regarding capacity, reliability, cost.
  • Simulation: Testing of models before deployment.
  • Analytical: Higher analysis compared to quantitative, mostly functional and analytical.
  • Modeling Process: Models represent real-world aspects in an unambiguous, abstract way for EA.
  • Goal-driven: Architects should determine relevant domains for the model.
  • Importance of models: Models communicate to introduce, agree on, and commit to representations. Architecture gains more knowledge from modeling.

Module 5.2 - Views and Viewpoints

  • Viewpoints: Stakeholder perspectives and the domains they focus on (business, logical, physical).
  • Purpose and Content: Selecting viewpoints based on use-cases, design, decision making, informing, and architecture details.
  • Content of Architecture View: Provide diagrams like UML class diagram, operational managers, business processes, group of IT services, considerations for multi-layers, overview of Zachman domains and CEO views.

Module 5.3 - Language for Enterprise Modeling

  • Enterprise Modeling Language: Heterogeneous approach to deal with inter-domain relations; model relationships between domains clearly; formal approach with no ambiguity.
  • Service Orientation and Layering - Services as units of functionality, modular, diverse applications, and layered views.
  • Basic architecture layers: Business- offers products, application- supports business layer with services, technology- infrastructural services needed by applications.

Module 6.1 - Impact of Emerging & Disruptive Technologies

  • Importance of Emerging Technologies: Competitive advantage, external pressure, more efficient operation, challenges with integration.
  • Emerging Technologies: Neuromorphic computing, quantum, AI, robotics.
  • Neuromorphic: Mimicking the human brain in architecture and structure- focused on real-time processing.
  • Quantum: Alternative machine architecture with parallel processing capabilities- focus on exponential speed and solving complex issues.
  • AI and Emerging Trends: AI building on machine intelligence, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and other significant advancements.

Module 6.2 - Current Advances in AI and the Need for Organizational Preparedness

  • AI Models: Trained on data to recognize patterns in situations; parameter adjustments are important during training for decision-making.
  • Relevant AI Technologies: Language models (LLMs), computer vision, image generation, music/sound generation, no-code development, scientific application.
  • Natural Language Processing: Learning of languages, personal assistants like ChatGPT, and digital assistants.
  • Small/Large Language Models (LLMs): Billions of parameters, useful for many things, prominent examples like ChatGPT, Gemini, Llama, etc.

(Additional notes found in pages 19, 20, 21):

  • Job Security: AI's impact on specific occupational roles (artists, drivers, etc.).
  • Blurred Realities: Concerning issues like deepfakes and the blurring lines between reality and digital realms.
  • Military Applications: Potential for AI in military applications and concerns about its use.
  • Impacts on EA: Current organization approaches and possible future workforce dynamics.
  • Open-Source Models: Cost-effective, privacy, and confidentiality considerations with open-source technologies, challenges with technical users.
  • Ethical Considerations in AI: Privacy issues, data confidentiality, job security, and other ethical factors.
  • Major Challenges of current state of AI: Limitations on present systems are common; concerns over inefficient hardware, high costs for hardware, energy needs, and sustainability issues; safety concerns.

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