ArchiMate Tool

Design Enterprise Architecture with an Online ArchiMate Tool

Create professional ArchiMate diagrams online to map systems, processes, and relationships across business, application, and technology domains. Collaborate with your team in real time and simplify complex enterprise modeling.

  • Drag-and-drop interface for fast ArchiMate diagramming

  • Collaborate with teammates in real time, online

  • Full ArchiMate shapes library for accurate modeling

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VISUALIZE

Visualize Every Aspect of Your Enterprise Architecture with Ease

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  • Standardized ArchiMate shapes with industry-specific notations for precise modeling.

  • Ready-to-use ArchiMate diagram templates to start fast and save time.

  • Advanced styling & formatting to customize diagrams exactly how you want.

  • Smart shape suggestions to speed up your ArchiMate modeling process.

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ORGANIZE

Organize and Structure Your Enterprise Architecture Efficiently

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  • Sticky notes for adding explanations, questions, or extra info

  • Folders & workspaces to keep diagrams and data well-structured

  • Notes panel to attach docs, add context, and import reference images

  • An infinite canvas to centralize all documentation and collaboration

COLLABORATE

Collaborate in Real Time on Your ArchiMate Diagrams

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  • Embed or share diagrams via link, email, or website

  • Role-based access to manage, share, and review securely

  • In-line commenting for instant feedback on the same canvas

  • Full version history to track changes and branch easily

  • Export diagrams easily in PDF, SVG, JPEG, or PNG formats

  • Integrate with project apps like JIRA, GitHub, and Slack

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What Is ArchiMate?

What Is ArchiMate?

ArchiMate is a standardized enterprise architecture modeling language developed by The Open Group. It provides a clear and consistent way to visualize the structure, processes, information flows, and technology within an organization, helping architects and stakeholders understand how different domains interact.

Using our ArchiMate tool, you can create professional diagrams that map relationships across business, application, and technology layers. This makes complex architectures easier to analyze, communicate, and optimize.

How to Draw an ArchiMate Diagram Online

  1. Launch Creately

Sign in to Creately and open a new workspace. Invite your team to collaborate in real time using email or link invites.

  1. Start with Templates or the Shapes Library

Choose a ready-made ArchiMate diagram template or use the dedicated ArchiMate shapes library to quickly begin modeling business, application, and technology layers.

  1. Add and Organize Diagram Elements

Drag and drop elements onto the canvas. Define relationships, dependencies, and interactions, and organize layers using the intuitive interface.

  1. Collaborate and Annotate

Use sticky notes, in-line commenting, and the notes panel to add context, gather feedback, and ensure all team members contribute effectively.

  1. Customize, Review, and Share

Refine styles, colors, and formatting for clarity. Review the diagram with stakeholders and share it online, or export it in PDF, SVG, JPEG, or PNG formats.

Create an ArchiMate Diagram

Design Archimate Diagrams Faster with Premade Templates

ArchiMate Example for a Finance Department

ArchiMate Example for a Finance Department

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Archimate Diagram for Networking

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Archimate Diagram for Inpatient Care Management Application

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Inventory Archimate Diagram

FAQs About Creately’s ArchiMate Tool

Why should you use ArchiMate?

ArchiMate is a standardized enterprise architecture modeling language that helps you:

  • Create clear, precise, and easy-to-understand visualizations
  • Represent business processes, IT systems, infrastructure, and BPM models
  • Capture stakeholder views and address concerns effectively
  • Combine seamlessly with existing methods
  • Benefit from a large, supportive community of enterprise architects

Who would find ArchiMate useful?

ArchiMate is ideal for enterprise architects, business analysts, and IT planners who need to:

  • Map organizational structures, IT systems, and technical infrastructures
  • Visualize relationships between business, application, and technology layers
  • Analyze and communicate enterprise architecture clearly

What are some tips for creating ArchiMate diagrams online in Creately?

  • Start small: Use freehand tools to sketch ideas before expanding
  • Collaborate: Create a shared workspace for team input
  • Centralize information: Use the notes panel to add links, docs, and context
  • Label & format: Use color themes and text formatting to differentiate elements
  • Combine processes & data flows: Align diagrams with organizational goals

Where can I find the ArchiMate shape sets in Creately?

  • Click the plus (+) icon at the bottom left of the canvas
  • Use the search bar or browse “All Shapes” to locate ArchiMate shapes
  • Drag and drop shapes onto your canvas to start modeling

How can I share the ArchiMate diagram with my teammates?

You can share the workspace with colleagues via email or link to invite them to comment or provide feedback. You can also export or download the workspace as an SVG, JPEG, PNG, or PDF.

Can I integrate Creately ArchiMate diagrams with other tools?

Creately integrates with popular project management and communication apps like JIRA, GitHub, Slack, and Confluence, helping you align diagrams with your workflows.

Are there ready-made ArchiMate templates I can use?

Yes! Creately offers pre-built ArchiMate diagram templates and a dedicated shapes library to help you start quickly and maintain consistency.

Is Creately suitable for beginners in ArchiMate?

Absolutely. Creately’s intuitive drag-and-drop interface, templates, and contextual tips make it easy for both beginners and experienced enterprise architects to create professional diagrams.
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