Technical Architecture
Scope of Technical Reference Model
The TRM describes the infrastructure technologies and their respective technical standards that are grouped into five domains. The TRM, however, does not include IT operations which will be addressed under the Process Management of the Oman eGovernance Framework. The five domains are:
(a) Data Centre
(b) Network
(c) Platform
(d) Service Integration
(e) Service Access
Each domain in the TRM will be structured according to the following sections:
(i) Intent
(j) Relation to Other Domains
(k) Domain Design Principles
(l) Central Initiatives
(m) Technology Categories and Components
(n) Architecture Design Considerations
(o) Technical Standards and General Standards
(p) Best Practices
(q) Technology Watch
Figure TA-3 shows the TRM with its five domains with detailed description in the following sections.
Objectives and Benefits of TRM
TRM provides guidance in the design, development and implementation of IT infrastructure and systems to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and interoperability of IT resources across the Oman Government.
When adopted by agencies, the TRM will potentially bring the following benefits:
(k) Align agencies IT projects to central IT initiatives
(l) Improve decision making in selection of technologies
(m) Enhance interoperability across government agencies
(n) Leverage on current IT investment and assets