Exploring Features and Functionalities

Diagrams are a means of constructing visual models of the structure of enterprise architecture. The larger an organization, the greater the complexity of its IT environment. Diagrams are essential for managing complex architecture by breaking down and visualizing the structure into smaller scopes. They allow you to define their own boundaries and domains, allowing them to focus on specific aspects of their enterprise architecture. Diagrams assist individuals in making better decisions.

• Explore complex dependencies among different architectural elements
• Visualize how your applications are integrated by analyzing the data flow
• Create a custom representation of a specific part of your architecture
• Visualize the architecture and data flow from your own point of view

View the video below to delve into the concept of diagrams. Explore the layout and functionalities of SAP LeanIX diagrams in your SAP LeanIX workspace.

Although SAP LeanIX offers Free Draw, Data Flow, and Lucidchart to create diagrams, here we will focus on only the first two (Free Draw and Data Flow).

• Free Draw: is a feature that enables you to create custom diagrams and visual representations of their enterprise architecture. It offers the flexibility to design diagrams from scratch using different shapes, symbols, and connectors.
• Data Flow: focuses on illustrating the flow of data within an environment. You can add applications and their interfaces to gain a better understanding of how data moves within their architecture.

View this video to understand the diagram editors in SAP LeanIX. You'll get insight on how free draw and data flow diagrams are distinct from one another, including how and when to use them.