Link is a fundamental concept denoting a meaningful structural association between two elements. Far from being a mere connection, a link elucidates the relationship between these elements, illuminating its relevance within the broader scope of the enterprise.
Types and Facets of Core Links: EDGY modeling boasts a rich lexicon with twenty-four pre-defined types of links. This variety allows for a nuanced expression of relationships between design elements, ensuring both clarity and specificity. These links have been categorized into several facets:
- Identity:
- Story contextualizes purpose.
- Content expresses purpose.
- Content conveys story.
- Experience:
- Task is part of journey.
- Task utilizes channel.
- Journey traverses channel.
- Architecture:
- Capability requires asset.
- Process realizes capability.
- Process requires asset.
… and so on, for each facet.
By utilizing these core links, co-designers from diverse disciplines can engage in a richer dialogue, enabling them to integrate their specialized designs more effectively across their respective fields.
The Link is a part of the EDGY language created by the Intersection Group.