Agile Architecture Agony
In recent years, the agile way of working has become popular because it promises to make things more flexible, faster, and better at handling changes. However, when it comes to Enterprise Architecture, using agile methods can be tricky. It might cause problems, leading up to agile architecture agony. Agile methods are great for short, simple […]
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Globally Scaled Architecture
In the fast-paced landscape of global trade, the Port of Rotterdam stands as a beacon of efficiency and innovation. As Europe’s largest seaport (handling close to 9 million containers annually), it serves as a vital gateway for the movement of goods between continents. Behind its towering cranes and bustling terminals lies a meticulously designed framework […]
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Digital Transformation is not about IT
Digital Transformation is a strategic endeavor. It involves a major change in the organizational culture, in its goals and objectives, its capabilities and business processes. And yes, at the very end of the road also a change in the supporting IT systems. Digital Transformation is not just about IT. Digital Transformation is never initiated by […]
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The Unseen Maestro
In the grand orchestration of an enterprise, there is an unseen maestro quietly pulling the strings, creating the harmony that transforms strategic vision into operational reality. That maestro is the Enterprise Architect. A behind-the-scenes virtuoso who navigates the complex landscape of technology, business processes, and organizational structure. In this symphony of systems, the Enterprise Architect […]
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AI-driven Architecture
Today we cannot avoid AI. We see it mushrooming everywhere. Various applications are being experimented with, and every marginal result is eagerly shared on social media. This is also true for generative AI applications in architecture. So how great would it be if we could use AI to make our lives as architects easier? We […]
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The Misplaced Enterprise Architect
The role of the Enterprise Architect is misplaced in many organizations. In nine out of ten cases, the Enterprise Architect is portrayed as an IT Architect. This misalignment has significant consequences for an organization. The primary role of the Enterprise Architect is to help an organization achieve its goals. The Enterprise Architect role is ideally […]
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The TOGAF Standard is Awesome
We are probably all familiar with the TOGAF® Standard. Or just TOGAF, for friends and foes. An Enterprise Architecture framework pur sang and a very complete one if you ask me. The framework covers all aspects of Enterprise Architecture and allows for all kinds of tailoring. This makes it an excellent framework for any architecture […]
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