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The '''Integrated Architecture Framework''' (IAF) is an [[enterprise architecture framework]] that covers [[business]], [[information]], [[information system]] and technology infrastructure.<ref>[http://www.capgemini.com/resources/the-integrated-architecture-framework-explained Enterprise, Business and IT Architecture and the Integrated Architecture Framework] at capgemini.com</ref><ref>van't Wout, J., Waage, M., Hartman, H., Stahlecker, M., Hofman, A. (2010). "The Integrated Architecture Framework Explained" - ([https://www.springer.com/business+&+management/business+information+systems/book/978-3-642-11517-2 link])</ref>

This [[Software framework|framework]] has been developed by [[Capgemini]] since the 1990s, from the experience of practicing architects on projects for clients across the group. The first version was released in 1996 and was based on the [[Zachman Framework]] and [[Steven Spewak|Spewaks]] ideas about [[Enterprise Architecture Planning]].<ref>Jaap Schekkerman (2003). ''How to Survive in the Jungle of Enterprise Architecture Frameworks''. page 139-144.</ref>

The Integrated Architecture Framework is:

* A comprehensive framework to deliver market-leading solutions

* Adaptable to the specific needs of an organization

* Scalable from individual projects to enterprise-wide transformation

* A recognized architecture framework in [[The Open Group]]’s IT Architecture Certification program (ITAC).<ref>ITAC [http://www.opengroup.org/itac/cert/methods.tpl List of Recognized Methods] at opengroup.org</ref>

The Integrated Architecture Framework has evolved based on real-world experience, and continues to provide strong focus on the need to understand business requirements and drivers, and the need for all aspects of the architecture and all architectural decisions to be traceable back to these business priorities.

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