This document discusses business capability modeling and its use for business-IT alignment. It defines a business capability as a stable, cohesive ability to do something, independent of organizational structure. Capabilities are defined by people, processes, information and tools rather than departments or functions. The document provides examples of capability models for a labor ministry and internet service provider. It explains how capability modeling can be used for business analysis, strategic planning, and design of technical services aligned with business goals. Overall, the document promotes modeling capabilities as a way to achieve division of work and alignment between business and IT.
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