In this way, the preliminary phase is not part of an ADM cycle but can be considered at any time
during the ADM cycle as part of the evolution of the EA practice, especially in the context of using matu-
rity models as a means of identifying opportunities for transition initiatives. Preliminary phase activities
are essentially cross-organizational, linked to the general governance of the enterprise architecture, and
their aim is to enable the enterprise to master the management and transformation of its architecture.