Software Architect's Handbook

Phase 2 – Evaluation (continued)

Phase 2 is a continuation of the architecture evaluation. It is normally scheduled to occur after a short hiatus (for example, one week) after the completion of Phase 1. Phase two involves a greater number of participants as compared with Phase 1. In addition to the evaluation team and the project decision makers, it is now time for the invited stakeholders to join the evaluation and participate.

This phase should begin with a repeat of Step 1 – Present the ATAM, if any of the new participants are unfamiliar with the approach. The evaluation team leader should also summarize what was accomplished in Phase 1.

Phase 2 consists of the following three steps:

7. Brainstorm and prioritize scenarios
8. Analyze architectural ...