Core Concepts
The foundational architecture of NUP: 7 enterprise phases, 6 SDLC phases, 24 disciplines across 6 domains, activities, and artifacts.
Subtopic Directory & Scope
Overview & Orientation
Plain-language orientation to the four foundational building blocks (<1 min read)
Lifecycle Phases
Dual 7-phase enterprise and 6-phase engineering SDLC mappings with alignment table
24 Disciplines
6 canonical domains: Core Engineering, Operations, Architecture, Compliance, Business, and AI
Activities
Role-performed units of work, breakdown structures, and verification gates
Artifacts
Version-controlled formal deliverables, input/output tracking, and audit trails
How It Fits Together
Methodology foundation, Section 508 SVG relationship diagram, and core principles
Foundational Prerequisite
Explore the lifecycle phases, 24 disciplines, activities, and artifacts in Core Concepts.