TOGAF® Business Architecture Level 1 Study Guide

Andrew Josey, Steve Else, The Open Group

• Publisher: Van Haren Publishing
• Year: 2019
• Print ISBN: 9789401804813
• eBook ISBN: 9789401804837
• Topic: Education
• Subtopic: Architecture General

This title is the Study Guide for the TOGAF® Business Architecture Part 1 Examination. It gives an overview of every learning objective for the TOGAF Business Architecture Syllabus and in-depth coverage on preparing and taking the TOGAF Business Architecture Part 1 Examination. It is specifically designed to help individuals prepare for certification. This Study Guide is excellent material for: • Individuals who require knowledge and understanding of TOGAF Business Architecture techniques; • Professionals who are working in roles associated with an architecture project such as those responsible for planning, execution, development, delivery, and operation; • Architects who are looking to achieve the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential; • Architects who want to specialize in development of a Business Architecture based on the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2; It covers the following topics: • Business Modeling • Business Capabilities • Value Streams • Information Mapping • TOGAF Business Scenarios and how to apply them in development of a Business Architecture based on the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2. A prior knowledge of Enterprise Architecture is advantageous but not required. While reading this Study Guide, the reader should also refer to the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 documentation (manual), available as hard copy and eBook, from www.vanharen.net and online booksellers, and also available online at www.opengroup.org.

1.1 Key Learning Points

This document is a Study Guide for students studying for the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential. This edition is aligned to the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2. It will familiarize you with all the topics that you need to know in order to pass the TOGAF Business Architecture Part 1 Examination.

It gives an overview of every learning objective included in the syllabus and in-depth coverage on preparing and taking the examination. It is specifically designed to help individuals prepare for the examination.

This first chapter will provide you with important information on the TOGAF certification program, how credentials such as TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 fit into the program, and the structure of the TOGAF Business Architecture Part 1 Examination.

1.2 The Open Group Certification for People: Credentials Program

The Credentials program is part of The Open Group Certification for People program. It is available to individuals who wish to demonstrate they have attained the required knowledge and understanding of a particular topic. It leads to the award of an Open Badge for each credential.

This Study Guide covers the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential. It can be studied in its own right independent of other learning paths.

What is the relationship between the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential and TOGAF 9 Certification?

The TOGAF Business Architecture credential is considered to be a specialization. It goes into more detail than the TOGAF 9 Certified syllabus. Individuals are able to choose whether they wish to study just for this credential or use it as an addition to certification in the TOGAF 9 Certification program.

1.2.1 The TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 Credential

The purpose of the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential, is to provide validation that the candidate has gained an acceptable level of knowledge and understanding of:

• Business Modeling

• Business Capabilities

• Value Streams

• Information Mapping

• TOGAF Business Scenarios

and how to apply them in development of a Business Architecture based on the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2.

The learning objectives at this level focus on knowledge and comprehension.

Individuals who attain this credential will have demonstrated their understanding of:

• The topic of business modeling and how it relates to Enterprise Architecture within a TOGAF context

• The concept of business capabilities and how business capabilities can be modeled

• Value streams and value stream mapping

• Information Mapping

• How to apply the TOGAF business scenario method

• How a Business Architecture can be developed with the TOGAF Architecture Development Method (ADM)

Examination

This credential is achieved by passing the TOGAF Business Architecture Part 1 Examination. This is a multiple-choice examination with 30 questions.² There is no prerequisite qualification required to take this examination.

1.2.2 The TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 Syllabus

The TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 Syllabus is contained in Appendix D. Certain topic areas are weighted as more important than others and thus have more questions in the examination. The topic areas covered by the examination together with the number of questions per area in the examination follow:

1. Business Modeling (4 questions)

2. Business Capabilities (7 questions)

3. Value Streams (7 questions)

4. TOGAF Business Scenarios (3 questions)

5. Information Mapping (3 questions)

6. Developing a Business Architecture with the TOGAF ADM (6 questions)

1.2.2.1 Format of the Examination Questions

The examination questions are multiple-choice questions. These are very similar in format to the Test Yourself questions included in each chapter. Note that the exact format for display is test center-specific and will be made clear on the display monitor when taking the examination.

Exam Tip

Please read each question carefully before reading the answer options. Be aware that some questions may seem to have more than one right answer, but you are to look for the one that makes the most sense and is the most correct.

1.2.2.2 What ID do I need to present to take the examination?

You should consult with the examination provider regarding the forms of picture ID you are required to present to...

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title
• Colophon
• Contents
• Preface
• About the Authors
• Trademarks
• Acknowledgements
• References
• Chapter 1 Introduction
• Chapter 2 Basic Concepts
• Chapter 3 Key Terminology
• Chapter 4 Business Modeling
• Chapter 5 Example: Using the Business Model Canvas
• Chapter 6 Business Capabilities
• Chapter 7 Value Streams
• Chapter 8 Applying Value Streams
• Chapter 9 Information Mapping
• Chapter 10 TOGAF Business Scenarios
• Chapter 11 Developing a Business Architecture with the TOGAF ADM – Phase A
• Chapter 12 Developing a Business Architecture with the TOGAF ADM – Phase B
• Appendix A Answers to Test Yourself Questions and Exercises
• Appendix B Test Yourself Examination Paper
• Appendix C Test Yourself Examination Paper Answers
• Appendix D TOGAF Business Scenario Template
• Appendix E Business Architecture and the ArchiMate Modeling Language
• Appendix F TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 Syllabus
• Index