Application

An Application represents a software service hosted within a specific environment. This service can be categorized as:

• Business Applications: These support various business functions, such as eCommerce platforms, payment processing systems, or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software like SAP.

• Technical Services: These provide technical functionalities to support other applications. Examples include container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or operating systems (OS) themselves.

Relationships and Structure

• Dependencies: Applications can rely on other Applications to function properly. These dependencies create connections between them within the Environment. For details, refer to the Environment Dependencies documentation.

• Tiers: Complex Applications are often structured with multiple tiers, each performing specific tasks. When an Application includes tiers, it is classified as an Application Landscape. For more information, refer to the Environment and Application Landscapes documentation.

• Deployment: Refers to the specific version of an Application currently running in a particular Environment. This ensures everyone is working with the same version and facilitates tracking changes. For details, refer to the Deployment section in our Glossary.