Methodology
A methodology provides a systematic and consistent approach(s) to implement a concept. It comprises detailed steps or activities or process with techniques, tools, and guidance to implement a concept.
It is not essential for a methodology to offer a solution, but a range of options based upon "true and tried" practical approaches that can be applied to solve a problem or implement a concept.
A methodology does not provide solutions but offers a range of best-practice approaches that can be applied. For example, the Queensland Government ICT planning methodology assists agencies in undertaking ICT resources (investment) strategic planning activities and has a range of techniques and tools to help agencies apply a systematic and consistent approach to collecting and analyzing their information, application, and technology assets.
A methodology adds process to a framework to assist in the implementation of the concept. In other words, a methodology has an underlying framework but a framework is not a methodology.
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