ArchiMate is an open and independent modeling language for Enterprise Architecture. It is supported by different architect diagram tool vendors and architect consulting firms. Users of ArchiMate benefit from sharing a common language for describing the construction and operation of business processes, organizational structures, information flows, IT systems, and technical infrastructure.

What are ArchiMate Diagrams?
With 3 types of layers, ArchiMate Diagram provides a way to look at service-oriented models. From top to bottom, the layers are business, application and technology. ArchiMate Diagrams are a visual representation of the 3 layers. To construct an ArchiMate Diagram you will firstly need a comprehensive understanding of ArchiMate, which we cover below. You’ll also need an ArchiMate Diagram Tool. There are several ArchiMate Diagram Tools available for download from the internet. When looking at an ArchiMate download you find on the internet you need to ensure its credibility and ease of use. 

How to become a certified ArchiMate professional?
To become an accredited ArchiMate professional you need to pass the Level 1 and Level 2 ArchiMate exams. The most effective way to obtain the knowledge and skills to succeed at the exam is to attend an accredited ArchiMate training course. 

Accredited ArchiMate Training Course
The accredited ArchiMate training course provided by EA Principals enables attendees to develop the skills and knowledge required to perform effective Enterprise Architecture modeling using the ArchiMate language. During our ArchiMate training course participants learn about the structure of the language, as well as its concepts, principles and assumptions. The training focuses to a great extent on practical exercises consisting in analyzing and creating models compatible with the ArchiMate® 3.0 standard.

Completing the EA Principals ArchiMate training course leads to a thorough knowledge of the terminology, structure and concepts of the ArchiMate 3.0.1 Specification, and places you in a position to succeed at the ArchiMate 3 exam and become an ArchiMate certified professional. Find out more here.