---
title: "ADM"
type: concept
tags: [AWS, Governance, Architecture]
last_updated: 2026-05-07
---

## Definition

ADM stands for **Architecture Decision Management** — the governance process for managing architecture decisions within an enterprise cloud environment. In the context of [[ctp-topic-50-ami-roadmap-for-aws-amis]], ADM is the primary driver for prioritizing the [[ARM-AMI]] roadmap.

## Role in AMI Governance

The [[CCOE]] AMI roadmap prioritization is primarily driven by ADM requirements. Any changes to roadmap prioritization must go through the demand pipeline process:

> "The order was created mainly by ADM requirements. Any requirements to change the prioritization of the roadmap should go through the demand pipeline process." — [[ctp-topic-50-ami-roadmap-for-aws-amis]]

## Related Concepts

- [[Foundation-AMI]]: CCOE-provided hardened base images
- [[OS-End-of-Life]]: OS lifecycle management that feeds into ADM decision-making
- [[CCOE]]: Organization responsible for AMI governance and roadmap maintenance

## Connections

- [[ctp-topic-50-ami-roadmap-for-aws-amis]] → AMI roadmap is primarily driven by ADM requirements
- [[ctp-topic-26-standard-ami-build-publish-share-processes]] → ADM decisions influence Foundation AMI feature set
- [[ctp-topic-20-program-demand-process-flow-and-poc-onboarding]] → demand pipeline process for changing priorities