RMQ.26.6 OpenFMB Framework Approach The OpenFMB Framework adopts a top-down business-driven approach to developing an OpenFMB Implementation as shown in Figure 6-1. The approach begins with identifying high priority Business Cases. The next step is to define specific Use Cases needed for the Business Case. The Use Cases include (i) Actors, (ii) Activity Diagrams showing actions, information exchanges, and the Actors responsible for the actions, and (iii) Sequence Diagrams showing how Actors exchange information with one another and in what order. Data modeling then produces platform independent Data Profiles and platform specific Data Profiles, such as XSDs. Implementation governance and operation spans initial OpenFMB Node specification, through installation, to operational monitoring, alerting, auditing, and updates with new or revised functionality. Figure 6-1: OpenFMB Approach RMQ.26.6.1 OpenFMB Business Case Approach OpenFMB Applications hosted on OpenFMB Nodes in the field create the possibility for local action in the field. Rather than attempting to duplicate or replace existing grid functions, OpenFMB Business Cases will create the most success by focusing on high value distributed applications. These utilize information from Communities of Interest for local actions that supplement existing systems. In addition, information from OpenFMB Nodes regarding the local actions and information from new field devices may improve overall situational awareness. In creating or evaluating a Business Case, goals may includ one or more of the following: Fostering innovative products and services Utilizing information from outside the Utility Service Provider
RMQ.26.6 OpenFMB Framework Approach The OpenFMB Framework adopts a top-down business-driven approach to developing an OpenFMB Implementation as shown in Figure 6-1. The approach begins with identifying high priority Business Cases. The next step is to define specific Use Cases needed for the Business Case. The Use Cases include (i) Actors, (ii) Activity Diagrams showing actions, information exchanges, and the Actors responsible for the actions, and (iii) Sequence Diagrams showing how Actors exchange information with one another and in what order. Data modeling then produces platform independent Data Profiles and platform specific Data Profiles, such as XSDs. Implementation governance and operation spans initial OpenFMB Node specification, through installation, to operational monitoring, alerting, auditing, and updates with new or revised functionality. Figure 6-1: OpenFMB Approach RMQ.26.6.1 OpenFMB Business Case Approach OpenFMB Applications hosted on OpenFMB Nodes in the field create the possibility for local action in the field. Rather than attempting to duplicate or replace existing grid functions, OpenFMB Business Cases will create the most success by focusing on high value distributed applications. These utilize information from Communities of Interest for local actions that supplement existing systems. In addition, information from OpenFMB Nodes regarding the local actions and information from new field devices may improve overall situational awareness. In creating or evaluating a Business Case, goals may includ one or more of the following: Fostering innovative products and services Utilizing information from outside the Utility Service Provider
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