An Enterprise Architecture (EA) framework provides an enterprise with
the capability to develop an assortment of architectural representations. It usually
offers consistent terminologies, suggested models, expected outcomes and a method
driving the development of EA. An EA framework enables enterprises to recognize
and evaluate inconsistencies or limitations; to facilitate distinguishing and
addressing them. A number of frameworks are offered for use at present; their
purposes, scope and inner organization are different. Various obstacles will face any
enterprise attempting to employ an EA framework to facilitate its objectives. The
most crucial decision is to choose a framework that matches the needs and qualities
of the enterprise. This study offers an analysis of three dominant frameworks that
could afterwards be utilized for guidance in the choice of employed EA Framework
that address the required features.
Keywords: Enterprise architecture frameworks, enterprise architecture, analysis,
comparison.
