An architectural characteristic that takes the future extension of SystemA set of Components that are formally related together by a ... functions and capabilities into consideration. It is a systemic measure of whether the Systems ArchitectureA formal element of Systems Engineering, which enables objec... choices made or inherited are capable of supporting the extension of System functions and capabilities, including the level of effort needed to implement the extension.
In the context of a Power SystemA critical societal System that, in the case of GW-scale gri... experiencing significant transformation, extensible architectural and technology choices aim to be:
- Cognisant of the plausible future developments that the solution will need to enable or migrate toward;
- Capable of accommodating future requirements without impairing core, critical functionality; and,
- Capable of enabling cost-effective migration to longer-terms solution when required.