WHAT IS EA FRAMEWORK?

   An enterprise architecture framework (or simply EA framework) is the collection of processes, templates and tools that software teams use to plan and build large, enterprise-grade application architecture systems. Alongside an enterprise architecture's conceptual blueprint, the specific purpose of a framework is to help architects, designers and engineers understand the logical structure and component relationships that define that system.

   An EA framework often segments an architecture into layers, architectural views or domains based on core application logic. Since there are many types of enterprise architecture designs to implement, a the benefits of an EA framework typically become more apparent as the complexity and diversity of the architecture increases.

EA framework components:

There are three basic components that make up the creation of an enterprise architecture framework:

• A description of the architecture that outlines the procedures surrounding documentation creation and access

• A design method that dictates the steps architects should follow when forming an architectural model

• A record of the technical knowledge  and general experience levels possessed by those involved, including a record of any notable skill gaps to address.

   In the case T-Mobile company The Open Group Architectural Framework (TOGAF), is used and that is a popular framework designed to help software engineers ensure development projects support business goals, maintain timelines, stay on budget and improve architectural resilience.