Implementatiedata

Implementatiedata is a term sometimes used to refer to the data that describes how a system or component should be implemented, configured, or deployed. It is not a widely standardized term in major IT glossaries, and its exact meaning can vary between organizations. In many contexts it is synonymous with “implementation data,” “deployment manifest,” or configuration data that guides how software, services, or infrastructure are built and brought into operation.

Typical contents of implementatiedata include configuration options, environment requirements, dependency and version constraints, mappings from design to code, deployment parameters, and instructions or scripts needed to install or initialize components. It may also cover build artifacts, test data, and rollback or recovery procedures to support repeatable, auditable deployments. In practice, implementatiedata often appears as structured documents or files in common formats such as YAML, JSON, TOML, or XML, embedded within a deployment framework or infrastructure-as-code tool.

Uses and relevance include enabling reproducible builds, automated deployments, and traceability from design specifications to production environments. It supports configuration management, release planning, and governance by providing a centralized reference for how to implement a system and what constraints apply.

See also configuration management, deployment manifest, infrastructure as code, metadata, data governance, and build and release management.