ArchiMate constraint

A constraint represents a factor that prevents or obstructs the realization of goals.

Examples:

•Specific technology that is to be used to implement a system.

•Time or budget constraints on the process for implementing a system.

•Legal constraints on the functioning of a system.

This element can be visualized on the following ArchiMate Viewpoints:

Basic Viewpoints

Composition

Motivation Viewpoints

Implementation and Migration Viewpoints