2. Definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary should be referenced for terms not defined in this section.
- Digital Enterprise
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An organization characterized by the creation of digitalized products or services that are delivered fully digitally (e.g., digital media or online banking).
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An organization where physical products and services are obtained by the customer by digital means (e.g., online car-sharing services).
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(Source: The DPBoK™ Standard, Chapter 2: Definitions)
- Digital Standard (or Guide)
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A publication that helps an enterprise succeed as a digital enterprise; i.e., one that primarily delivers value through digital means (sometimes called a “digital-first” business model).
- Digital Transformation
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The radical, fundamental change towards becoming a digital enterprise.
(Source: The DPBoK Standard, Chapter 2: Definitions)
- Emergence Model
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An organization of information where topics are related to the organizational complexity or scale of the enterprise.
(Source: The DPBoK Standard, Scaling Model)
- Principle
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A qualitative statement of intent that should be met by the architecture.
(Source: The TOGAF Standard, Section 20.3: Components of Architecture Principles)
See also the Definitions used in the O-AAF Draft Standard (see Referenced Documents).