Model transformation from CIM to PIM in MDA: from business models defined in DFD to design models defined in UML

Abstract

This research represents a methodology that control model transformation from CIM level to PIM level in accordance with MDA approach. Our approach is founded on establishing a good CIM level, through well-selected rules, to facilitate transformation to PIM level. However, we create a rich PIM level through use case diagram model, state diagram model, class diagram model and package diagram models. Then, we establish transformation rules to ensure a semi-automatic transformation from CIM level to PIM level. Our Approach conform MDA approach by taking into consideration the business dimension in CIM level, since, we present this level through DFD and UML activity diagram. However, we model into PIM by UML diagrams, because UML is recommended by MDA in this level.