MODAF Collection

The Ministry of Defence Architecture Framework (MODAF) is a framework for enterprise architecture developed by the UK Ministry of Defence. It is a comprehensive framework that provides a structured approach to enterprise architecture, covering the business, information, application, and technology domains. MODAF was developed to provide a common language and framework for the Ministry of Defence’s IT systems and infrastructure, enabling better alignment with business goals and objectives.

The “MODAF” category in the CIO Reference Library is a collection of articles and documents that provide insights into the framework’s fundamental concepts, benefits, and best practices for implementing the framework within organizations. This category is designed for IT executives and other business leaders seeking to develop or improve their enterprise architecture capabilities.

The articles and documents in this category cover a wide range of topics related to MODAF, such as:

• Introduction to MODAF: This includes articles that provide an overview of the framework’s fundamental concepts, benefits, and key principles and concepts.
• MODAF views and viewpoints: This includes articles that explore the different views and viewpoints within MODAF, such as operational, systems, and technical views.
• Implementing MODAF: This includes articles that guide how to implement MODAF within organizations, including considerations such as governance, management, and architecture assessment.
• MODAF case studies include articles that provide real-world examples of successful MODAF initiatives within the UK Ministry of Defence and other organizations.

The “MODAF” category is a valuable resource for IT executives and other business leaders seeking to develop or improve their organization’s enterprise architecture capabilities using the MODAF framework. The resources in this category provide insights into the fundamental concepts of the framework, guidance on implementing MODAF within organizations, best practices for governance and management, and real-world examples of successful initiatives. By leveraging these resources, organizations can align their IT systems and infrastructure with business goals and objectives more effectively, resulting in improved efficiency and cost savings.