Concept
Representation
A digital representation of a real-world object, place, event, process, or organisation.
Position in the Trusted Data Framework
Representation
Living Graph View
Representation in the concept network
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Relationship Matrix
Representation as a network node
Requires observation before a digital form can be created.
Needs persistent identity so multiple representations can refer to the same real-world thing.
Requires rules about validity, scope, fidelity, and accountability.
Can be packaged into reusable data products for operational and analytical use.
Concept Relationships
How Representation works with other concepts
Requires observation before a digital form can be created.
Needs persistent identity so multiple representations can refer to the same real-world thing.
Requires rules about validity, scope, fidelity, and accountability.
Can be packaged into reusable data products for operational and analytical use.
Definition
Representation is the digital form through which reality becomes observable and manageable. Multiple representations may exist for the same real-world entity.
Role in the Trusted Data Framework
Sits between Reality and Information and reminds teams that BIM, GIS, IoT, documents, and databases are not reality itself.
Practical Examples
- BIM model
- GIS layer
- Point cloud
- CAD
- Sensor stream
- ERP asset
Case Study Signals
These are reference programmes used to test the framework, not client credentials.
Consulting Questions
- What problem does this concept help diagnose in the client environment?
- Which upstream concepts must be in place before this concept becomes reliable?
- What evidence would prove that this concept is working in practice?