Visualizing #NORA2: An Interactive Deep Dive into the National Enterprise Architecture Framework

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The National Overall Reference Architecture (#NORA2) is often described as the "Shining Jewel" of the National Enterprise Architecture (#NEA / #NEAF) framework. It provides a structured approach to aligning government and organizational strategies with technical execution.

To make these complex architectural views more accessible, I have developed an interactive visualization using #Plotly. This tool allows you to navigate through the interconnected domains that define a robust Enterprise Architecture.

Interactive NORA-2 Views Explorer

Use your mouse to zoom, pan, and hover over elements for details.

Key Architecture Domains Explored:

  • Strategic Alignment: Ensuring every tech investment maps back to core objectives.
  • Business & CX: Mapping the customer journey and business capabilities.
  • Data & Applications: Visualizing the flow of information and software ecosystems.
  • Technology & Security: The underlying infrastructure and the protective layers surrounding it.

By moving from static diagrams to interactive data visualizations, architects and stakeholders can better understand the dependencies and impacts within the #NEAF framework.

View the full-screen version here: NORA-2 Interactive Views

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