Conformance Point

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Discussion

A conformance point is an objectively identifiable location where compliance with a defined architectural requirement is inspected or evaluated.

A conformance point supports repeatable evaluation by linking a requirement to an observable architectural location, artefact, behaviour, interface, boundary, or evidence source.

A conformance point differs from a general design feature. A design feature describes a characteristic of an implementation. A conformance point identifies where an evaluator inspects or evaluates compliance with the reference_architecture.

Definition

objectively identifiable location at which compliance with a defined architectural requirement is inspected or evaluated

Source

Structured Information Processing reference_architecture

Note

A conformance point provides a stable inspection location for evaluating implementation compliance with an architectural requirement.

Example

An attachment_point at which a structured information artefact enters a governed processing service is a conformance point when the reference_architecture requires validation before acceptance.

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