IDEF, initially abbreviation of ICAM Definition, renamed in 1999 as Integration DEFinition, refers to a family of modeling languages in the field of systems and software engineering. They cover a wide range of uses, from functional modeling to data, simulation, object-oriented analysis/design and knowledge acquisition.

Overview. IDEFØ is a method designed to model the decisions, actions, and activities of an organization or system. IDEFØ was derived from a well-established graphical language, the Structured Analysis and Design Technique (SADT).

Integration Definition (IDEF) methods, a key product of the IICE program, provide easy-touse techniques and standard languages of communication that promote good engineering discipline.

As a result, the ICAM program developed a series of techniques known as the IDEF (ICAM Definition) techniques which included the following: 1. IDEF0, used to produce a "function model". A function model is a structured representation of the functions, activities or processes within the modeled system or subject area. 2.

The resulting diagrams and text comprise what is termed a "description" as opposed to the focus of what is produced by the other IDEF methods whose product is a "model." An IDEF3 Process Flow Description captures a description of a process and the network of relations that exists between processes within the context of the overall scenario in ...

Overview. IDEF1X is a method for designing relational databases with a syntax designed to support the semantic constructs necessary in developing a conceptual schema.

Overview. Historically, ontologies arose from the branch of philosophy known as metaphysics, which deals with the nature of reality–of what exists.

Overview. IDEF1 was designed as a method for both analysis and communication in the establishment of requirements. IDEF1 is generally used to 1) identify what information is currently managed in the organization, 2) determine which of the problems identified during the needs analysis are caused by lack of management of appropriate information, and 3) specify what …

Overview. The intuitive nature of object-oriented programming makes it easier to produce code. Unfortunately, the ease with which software is produced also makes it easier to create software of poor design, resulting in systems lacking re-usability, modularity, and maintainability.

Automated IDEF-based Software from KBSI. Knowledge Based Systems, Inc. has developed automated tools to support all of the IDEF methods.