According to TOGAF, when creating views for a particular architecture, What is the recommended first step?

The correct answer is D. Refer to existing libraries of viewpoints, to identify one for re-use. TOGAF recommends that when creating views, the first step should be to refer to existing libraries of viewpoints and identify one suitable for re-use. This promotes consistency and efficiency by leveraging established viewpoints before creating new ones from scratch. Only if no…

Submitted by obi.ng· Apr 18, 2026ADM Guidelines and Techniques

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ADesign a viewpoint to address all stakeholder concerns
BDevelop views for the target architecture first
CEnsure completeness of the architecture
DRefer to existing libraries of viewpoints, to identify one for re-use

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TOGAF recommends that when creating views, the first step should be to refer to existing libraries of viewpoints and identify one suitable for re-use. This promotes consistency and efficiency by leveraging established viewpoints before creating new ones from scratch. Only if no suitable viewpoint exists should an architect design a new one. This aligns with TOGAF's general principle of re-use over re-creation, supported by the Architecture Repository and the Enterprise Continuum.

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