Definition:
“Open-Ended” Means that a System’s Architecture: its interfaces and basic structure are of such nature that most System changes, no matter how unexpected, are relatively easy to handle without major effort.
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Concept Number: *101
English Master: Open-Ended
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Detailing
The more Open-Ended, the easier the change will probably be.
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Type
Adjective [System Architecture].
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Notes
The degree of Open-Endedness can be measured by Adaptability metrics such as {Portability, Improvability, Extendability, Connectability}. (See also CE Section 5.6).
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