Patterns d'analyse pour l'ingénierie des systèmes d'information coopératifs

Abstract

This paper deals with cooperative information systems (CIS) which are complex systems allowing the use of heterogeneous information systems and conflict resolution. It describes a new approach based on pattern reuse that facilitates the engineering of these systems. Patterns are generic solutions to problems frequently occurring. A domain model, based on the analysis of existing CIS, represents and structures CIS knowledge. Six Analysis patterns have been specified and describe conceptual entities for the design of a cooperative architecture. A utilization support pattern helps designers to reuse former patterns during the CIS engineering process.