According to TOGAF, Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Architecture Definition Document?

The correct answer is C. A description to communicate the intent of the architect. The Architecture Definition Document (ADD) is the primary deliverable that describes the target architecture across all architecture domains (Business, Data, Application, Technology). Its core purpose is to communicate the architect's intent - articulating the desired future stat

Submitted by kev92· Apr 18, 2026TOGAF ADM

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AAn agreement between development partners and sponsors on the deliverables
BA description to allow measurement of the compliance of the implementation
CA description to communicate the intent of the architect
DA document that triggers the start of an architecture development cycle
EA set of general rules and guidelines

How the community answered

(38 responses)

A
3% (1)
C
95% (36)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

The Architecture Definition Document (ADD) is the primary deliverable that describes the target architecture across all architecture domains (Business, Data, Application, Technology). Its core purpose is to communicate the architect's intent - articulating the desired future state to stakeholders and implementation teams. It is distinct from the Architecture Contract (an agreement between partners, option A), the Architecture Requirements Specification (used for compliance measurement, option B), the Request for Architecture Work (triggers the cycle, option D), and Architecture Principles (general rules, option E).

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