Framework
Framework is the essential conceptual underlying structure comprised of the basic elements, their relationship and rules necessary and sufficient to completely describe the system or concept. The purpose of a framework is to understand the concept and use it to make decisions.
It is important to understand the difference between a framework and a methodology. A framework defines the essential elements underlying a concept and a methodology details the implementation of a concept. In other words a framework combined with a process is a methodology.
See Also
- Enterprise Architecture Framework
- IT Strategy Framework
- McKinsey 7S Framework
- 4S Web Marketing Mix Model
- Abowd and Beale Framework
- Adaptive Enterprise Framework (AEF)
- IT Governance Framework
References
- Definition of Framework Mirriam Webster Dictionary
- Definition of Framework Longman Dictionary
- Definition of Software Framework Tech Terms