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Introduction:

TOGAF, an Open Group Standard, provides an efficient and reliable enterprise architecture solution. The TOGAF certification is achieved through passing a two-part examination: Part 1: TOGAF 9 Foundation and Part 2: TOGAF 9 Certified.  Part 1 deals with understanding the basic concepts and knowledge of TOGAF and the Enterprise Architecture. Part 2 is about analyzing and applying the understanding of TOGAF in practical situation. The Open Group OG0 092 is the Part 2 exam of TOGAF.

The Open Group OG0-092 certified professionals will have understanding of: applying the ADM phases and Architecture Governance in developing an Enterprise Architecture; applying TOGAF Architecture Content Framework; applying the concept of Building Blocks; applying the Stakeholder Management Technique; applying the TOGAF Content Metamodel and the TOGAF standard recommended techniques; understanding the concept of TOGAF Technical Reference Model; understanding the purpose of the Architecture Repository; understanding the way of adapting the ADM for the purpose of security; understanding the role of Architecture Maturity Models and the concept and application of Architecture Skills Framework.

Exam description:

Why is this exam required?

The Open Group OG0 092 is appropriate for professionals who want to have a in-depth understanding of TOGAF 9 solutions. It is also ideal for professionals working in business organizations where TOGAF 9 has been adopted and who want to have TOGAF 9 as the architectural solution in the company.

This certification creates opportunity for the following job positions:

• Enterprise Architect
• Business Architect
• Application Architect
• Solution Architect
• Technology Architect
• Software Architect
• Data Architect
• Senior Enterprise Architect
• Project Manager
• Server Manager
• Senior Manager
• IT Specialist

Associated exam:

TOGAF 9 Part 1 is the associated exam for this certification.

 Pre requisites:

Candidates must pass the TOGAF 9 Foundation or TOGAF 9 Part 1 exam on the same day at the same test center before attending the Open Group OG0-092 exam.

Objectives of the exam:

The exam objectives are based on eight scenarios in the following topic areas:

-          ADM Phases: Project Establishment (phases Preliminary, A, Requirements Management)

This section demonstrates the candidate’s understanding of Preliminary Phase application in the development of enterprise architecture; understanding the concepts of Architecture Frameworks; understanding of applying Phase A in the implementation of an enterprise architecture, etc.

-          ADM Phases: Architecture Definition (phases B,C,D)

This section covers: understanding the techniques applied for implementation of the architecture;  applying Phase B to the implementation of the architecture; understanding the techniques used for business modeling; applying Phase C in the development of architecture, i.e., Information Systems Architecture; applying Phase D in the implementation of the architecture, i.e., the technology architecture, etc.

-          ADM Phases: Transition Planning (phases E and F)

This section covers: understanding the migration planning techniques; understanding the Deduction Matrix and Factor Assessment of implementation; understanding techniques for business value assessment, etc.

-          ADM Phases: Governance (phases G and H)

The topics covered in this section are: applying Phase G and H in the development of enterprise architecture; conducting Architecture Compliance Review; understanding concepts of Architecture Contracts and their relationship to Architecture Governance; understanding the concept of Architecture Change Management, etc.

-          Adapting the ADM

The following topics are included in this section: understanding the ADM Architecture Requirements Management; applying iteration and various levels of architecture with the ADM, understanding the security considerations during adaptation of ADM, understanding SOA style of architecture, etc.

-          Architecture Content Framework

In this section, candidates must show their understanding of the Architecture Content Framework; understanding the relationship between TOGAF ADM and Architecture Content Framework, etc.

-          TOGAF Reference Models

In this section, candidates must have understanding of the TOGAF Technical Reference Model; understanding the Integrated Information Infrastructure Reference Model, etc.

-          Architecture Capability Framework

The following topics are included in this section: understanding the Architecture Maturity Models; understanding the role of Capability Maturity Model; understanding the maturity assessments; understanding the Architecture Skills Framework.

Career Prospects:

TOGAF  is the open enterprise architecture framework used by the top organizations of the world in order to improve efficiency of their business. Companies using TOGAF framework has more efficient and effective utilization of resources and get a higher return on investment. Architecture professionals who are TOGAF certified have more career opportunities, greater credibility and better salary. This certification enhances an individual’s professional skills, greater recognition and opportunity for more rewarding projects. This certification opens door to becoming an expert in Enterprise Architecture and also creates senior management opportunities like being Project Manager.