Embedding requirements within Model-Driven Architecture

Authors:
Ali Fouad;Keith Phalp;John Mathenge Kanyaru;Sheridan Jeary
Affiliations:
Software Systems Research Centre, Bournemouth University, Poole, UK BH12 5BB;Software Systems Research Centre, Bournemouth University, Poole, UK BH12 5BB;Software Systems Research Centre, Bournemouth University, Poole, UK BH12 5BB;Software Systems Research Centre, Bournemouth University, Poole, UK BH12 5BB
Venue:
Software Quality Control
Year:
2011

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Abstract

Model-Driven Architecture (MDA) brings benefits to software development, among them the potential for connecting software models with the business domain. This paper focuses on the upstream or Computation-Independent Model (CIM) phase of MDA. Our contention is that, whilst there are many models and notations available within the CIM phase, those that are currently popular and supported by the Object Management Group (OMG) may not be the most useful notations for business analysts nor sufficient to fully support software requirements and specification. Therefore, with specific emphasis on the value of the Business Process Modelling Notation (BPMN) for business analysts, this paper provides an example of a typical CIM approach before describing an approach that incorporates specific requirements techniques. A framework extension to MDA is then introduced, which embeds requirements and specification within the CIM, thus further enhancing the utility of MDA by providing a more complete method for business analysis.