LAYER_02_BUSINESS

Model business actors, roles, processes, and objects using ArchiMate 3.2.

Updated Nov 23, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/tinkermonkey/documentation_robotics_viewer --skill layer-02-business
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Skill: LAYER_02_BUSINESS
Source: https://github.com/tinkermonkey/documentation_robotics_viewer/tree/main/.claude/skills/dr_02_business_layer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tinkermonkey/documentation_robotics_viewer --skill layer-02-business

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps enterprise architects and teams model the Business Layer using ArchiMate 3.2, enabling clear representation of actors, roles, processes, objects, and services.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured modeling of BusinessLayer elements (BusinessActor, BusinessRole, BusinessProcess, BusinessService, etc.) aligned to ArchiMate 3.2.
  • Cross-layer mapping to motivation, application, data, and API layers for traceability.
  • Governance-ready outputs such as ArchiMate exports and references for BPMN integration.

Quick Start

Start by defining core Business actors and roles, then model a representative BusinessProcess and the associated BusinessService. Example: define "Customer" as BusinessActor, "Sales Representative" as BusinessRole, "Order Fulfillment" as BusinessProcess, and "Order Management Service" as BusinessService, then create relationships: actor assigned-to role, process composes service, process accesses Order object.

Frequently Asked Questions about LAYER_02_BUSINESS

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I model business actors and processes using ArchiMate 3.2?

Model business actors and processes by defining BusinessActors, BusinessRoles, BusinessProcesses, and BusinessServices. You create relationships like actor assigned-to role and process composes service to build a structured business layer aligned to ArchiMate 3.2.

What is the best way to map enterprise architecture business layers to application and data layers?

Cross-layer mapping connects your business layer to motivation, application, data, and API layers. This provides full traceability across your enterprise architecture by validating relationships between business services and downstream application components.

Can I use this for BPMN integration alongside ArchiMate business service modeling?

Yes, business layer modeling supports BPMN integration. It defines BusinessProcesses and BusinessObjects that can be exported as governance-ready ArchiMate references with optional BPMN extensions for process orchestration.

Do I need external dependencies or tooling to define organizational capabilities and business roles?

No external dependencies are required beyond standard tooling. You can define organizational capabilities, business actors, and roles natively, validating all objects and relationships according to ArchiMate 3.2 specifications.

How do I structure a business service model starting from core actors and roles?

Start by defining core BusinessActors and BusinessRoles, then model a representative BusinessProcess and its associated BusinessService. Create relationships such as actor assigned-to role and process accesses BusinessObject to complete the service model.

Does ArchiMate business layer modeling validate relationships between business objects and services?

Yes, the modeling validates relationships, objects, and services according to ArchiMate 3.2. It ensures that connections between BusinessProcesses, BusinessServices, and BusinessObjects structurally align with enterprise architecture governance standards.