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Enterprise Architecture

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Enterprise architecture (EA) is a discipline for proactively and holistically leading enterprise responses to disruptive forces by identifying and analyzing the execution of change toward desired business vision and outcomes. EA delivers value by presenting business and IT leaders with signature-ready recommendations for adjusting policies and projects to achieve targeted business outcomes that capitalize on relevant business disruptions.

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We are starting our first Enterprise Architecture practice. What would those that have EA in place, or have recently launched EA, found to be the most beneficial EA services you provide to help sell EA to the enterprise and gain support?

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What comes first, enterprise architecture or digital transformation?

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Are you using container-based architectures?

Yes48%

Yes, but we’re moving away from container-based architectures.39%

No10%

Other (please specify)1%

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What's the key focus of your enterprise architecture (EA) strategy?

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Is IT more focused on buying or building solutions?

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What is your annual planning like these days?

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Whats your digital transformation definition? Mine is converting analog process into digital ones while business operations are running smoothly.

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What is your approach to enterprise architecture (EA) governance?

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Should enterprise architecture (EA) be a shared function or a discrete function?

Shared46%

Discrete44%

Unsure6%

It depends (please comment below!)2%

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Are there any innovative processes that can accelerate a new software product introduction in enterprise?

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HTTP /2 enablement in the enterprise. Any feedback / guidance on best practices of enabling HTTP /2 across the full stack? Risks, concerns, plan of action, etc?

When hiring an Enterprise Architect (EA), what is most important for them to have on their CV?

An EA certification16%

Several years of general EA experience76%

Experience with a business similar to yours6%

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I am looking for guidance and insights from someone with experience in making and executing a strategy for standardising hardware procurement across the enterprise. Could you share the insights gained from this process, including what aspects were successful and which ones were not?

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What are the most effective ways to update legacy cybersecurity architecture, in your experience? Have you used consultants or external resources for modernization projects like this?

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If you were starting an Architectural knowledge base from scratch, what are the key deliverables you'd produce? eg. I imagine System Context diagrams of the current state would make the list.

Would you use a dedicated Architecture tool right away or start to build out the practice with generic tools like Visio first to clarify your requirements before purchasing?

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I am looking for insights on establishing an Architecture Review Board (ARB) within our organization. As we aim to enhance our architectural governance and ensure alignment with our strategic objectives, we recognize the importance of setting up an effective ARB. To this end, I would greatly appreciate your guidance on the following aspects: 1. Establishing a Charter: What key elements should be included in the ARB charter to clearly define its purpose, scope, and authority? 2. Member Selection: What criteria should we consider when selecting members for the ARB to ensure a diverse and knowledgeable board? 3. Review Process: Could you share best practices for structuring the review process to ensure thorough and consistent evaluations of architectural proposals? 4. Decision-Making: What are effective methods for making decisions within the ARB, and how can we ensure transparency and accountability? 5. Documentation and Communication: What templates or tools would you recommend for documenting reviews and communicating decisions to stakeholders? 6. Measuring Success: How can we establish criteria for measuring the success and impact of the ARB on our architectural practices? Your expertise and experience in this area would be invaluable to us as we embark on this initiative. Any additional insights or resources you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

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