A Data Object represents data structured for automated processing.

A Data Object should be a self-contained piece of information with a clear meaning to the business, not just to the application level.

A Data Object typically models an object type of which multiple instances may exist in operational applications.

An Application Function or process can operate on Data Objects. A Data Object may be communicated via interactions and used or produced by Application Services. A Data Object can be accessed by an Application Function, Application Interaction, or Application Service. A Data Object may realize a Business Object, and may be realized by an Artifact. A Data Object may have Association, Specialization, Aggregation, or Composition relationships with other Data Objects.

The name of a Data Object should preferably be a noun.

## Category:

Application. Passive Structure.

## Examples:

Customer File Data, Insurance Policy Data, Insurance Request Data, Client Database.