Chapter 10

Value Matrix

From Value to Quality and Architecture

Anand Kumar, Kesav Vithal Nori, Swaminathan Natarajan and Doji Samson Lokku,    Tata Consultancy Services, Pune, MH, India

The value matrix framework is a value-based view of software architecture that helps explain the role of architects with respect to value and qualities and the relationships between them. It is based on the premise that while the architecture of a solution creates the framework for achieving qualities, the ultimate goal of architecture is to deliver value to all stakeholders. Accordingly, the architect has to determine not only the sources of value for each stakeholder, but also the processes by which the offering produces or influences stakeholders’ value. The ...

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