When do Extension Sections execute in relation to Identification Sections?

The correct answer is that Extension Sections execute after Identification Sections, but only if one of the Identification Sections completes successfully. This reflects the designed flow of the Service Mapping process, where Identification Sections play a crucial role in determining the foundational elements like application services or configuration items (CIs) that are being mapped.

Once these elements are identified, the Extension Sections come into play, allowing for deeper or extended mappings related to the identified services. This sequential execution ensures that any additional data enrichment, customization, or processing takes place only after a successful identification of the core components, thereby maintaining consistency and accuracy in the overall service mapping.

This logical progression is fundamental to efficient Service Mapping, as it prevents unnecessary execution of Extension Sections when there is no successful identification to build upon. This structured approach enhances clarity and organization in managing the data and relationships in the service mapping lifecycle.