An AntiPattern from the AntiPatternsBook. See StovepipeAntiPattern.
"a stovepipe system is a system procured and developed to solve a specific problem, characterized by a limited focus and functionality, and containing data that cannot be easily shared with other systems."
To merge with StovepipeAntiPattern. MergeMe. --OlivierRey
External links:
- http://www.appliedminds.co.uk/ for a further explanation and resolution.
See also:
CategoryArchitectureAntiPattern