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OCTO architecture resources

Enterprise architecture guidance for government digital services

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Digital technology capability model

A structured framework for understanding and developing digital technology capabilities across government organisations. The model provides clear guidance on identifying, mapping, and assessing technology capabilities to reduce duplication, improve interoperability and enable informed investment decisions.

Citizen facing architecture

The Citizen facing reference architecture provides a clear and structured view of how UK government digital services interact within a complex and highly varied environment.

GDS-Local architecture

The GDS Local Reference Architecture sets out a clear view of the technology stack expected for a modern, digitally‑enabled council.