Semantic Artefact

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Discussion

A semantic artefact identifies a governed construct that defines the meaning associated with structural elements or data values.

Semantic artefacts support consistent interpretation by defining the meaning that applies to structures, data values, relationships, classifications, lifecycle states, policies, or governed information exchanges.

A semantic artefact differs from a structural artefact. A structural artifact defines organization and constraints. A semantic artefact defines the meaning associated with the structural elements or data values governed by the reference_architecture.

Definition

governed construct defining meaning associated with structural elements or data values

Source

Structured Information Processing reference_architecture

Note

A semantic artefact provides a controlled basis for interpretation, traceability, semantic consistency, and evaluation of conformance.

Example

A controlled vocabulary, ontology class, semantic mapping, lifecycle-state definition, or policy meaning definition is a semantic artefact when the reference_architecture governs its definition, versioning, authority, and use during interpretation.

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