The Ecosystem Map is an RML systems model that shows which systems interact with each other and the nature of the relationship. The Ecosystem Map shows all of the systems in the solution ecosystem, which allows you to systematically ensure that you analyze all of the systems.

This model provides value by helping to define what integrations are necessary with a particular effort by clarifying which systems communicate data between one another. In addition, it helps to identify if an upstream or downstream system is going to be affected by a change being made to a particular module.

For more requirements templates, visit Requirements Modeling Language.

Learn more about requirements models in our book Visual Models for Software Requirements (Microsoft Press, 2012) Joy Beatty and Anthony Chen. (See Chapter 12 for Ecosystem Maps)