Examine the proof-of-concept to determine if the architecture will meet its objectives.
The form of the examination depends on the construction approach. If a prototype is used for the proof-of-concept, it
must be executed and evaluated. If a model is used (UML for example), it must be reviewed and evaluated by the
appropriate technical people. Use the list of objectives to guide how to assess the proof-of-concept. The
proof-of-concept must be measured against each objective created in previous steps.
It's possible the proof-of-concept will indicate that a different architectural approach is required. In other
words, the proof-of-concept was successful in that it answered important questions about the architectural approach,
and those answers indicate the approach will not work. In this case a different architectural approach will be needed,
which will require a new proof-of-concept.
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