In the evolving landscape of enterprise architecture (EA), clarity, alignment, and adaptability are no longer optional—they are imperative. With the release of ArchiMate Next, the modeling language undergoes a transformative evolution, introducing the Hexagonion Framework as its new visual and conceptual cornerstone. At the heart of this innovation lies the Central Hub—a dynamic, symbolic,Read More →

ArchiMate NEXT: A Comprehensive Guide to the Evolution of Enterprise Architecture Modeling

“The future of enterprise architecture isn’t just about modeling systems—it’s about modeling purpose, strategy, and impact.” — Architects of the Future Introduction: The Evolution of ArchiMate For over a decade, ArchiMate has stood as the de facto standard for enterprise architecture (EA) modeling. Developed and maintained by The Open Group, ArchiMate provides aRead More →

“Simpler. Smarter. More Connected.” — The Vision Behind ArchiMate Next In mid-2025, The Open Group unveiled ArchiMate® Next, Snapshot 1, marking the most significant evolution of the ArchiMate enterprise architecture (EA) language since ArchiMate 3.2. Designed in response to years of community feedback, this next-generation framework reimagines how we model complexRead More →

ArchiMate Next: A New Era in Enterprise Architecture Modeling

Introducing the ArchiMate Next Specification Snapshot 1 – Simplifying, Unifying, and Modernizing the Language A Paradigm Shift in Enterprise Architecture The ArchiMate Next Specification Snapshot 1, released in mid-2025 as a non-final working draft, marks a transformative step forward for The Open Group’s flagship enterprise architecture (EA) modeling language. Building onRead More →