Zachman Framework (Zachman International)

The Zachman Framework is a structured way for organizations to organize and understand their complex IT systems. Think of it as a detailed blueprint that maps out all aspects of an enterprise—from its goals and processes to the technology supporting them—across different perspectives (like planner, owner, builder) and focus areas (such as data, functions, networks). This helps ensure everyone involved has a clear, shared understanding of the organization's structure and technology, facilitating effective planning, management, and communication of enterprise architecture.