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Tag: strategy execution
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EA: The Missing Puzzle Piece
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The words Enterprise Architecture often elicit a predictable reaction: a nod of polite acknowledgement, sometimes tinted by mild apprehension or indifference. Somewhere along the line, it became something that busily hums behind the scenes, tucked away in senior briefing decks or internal frameworks, occasionally referenced but rarely felt at the grassroots. Yet that quiet presence…
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The Graying Of Architecture
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When we think of Enterprise Architecture, we often imagine dynamic teams designing robust frameworks to steer organizations into the future. But a quieter challenge looms: the profession itself is aging, and a younger generation is not stepping in to take the reins. This trend, often referred to as the graying of architecture, threatens to disrupt…
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Globally Scaled Architecture
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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
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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.
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The Unseen Maestro
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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.
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The Misplaced Enterprise Architect
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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.
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Architecture Roadmapping
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Architecture Roadmapping is an important part of Enterprise Architecture. The creation of a roadmap enables an organization to develop initiatives that are in line with defined goals and corresponding objectives. In effect, a roadmap represents the realization of the organization's strategy, visualized in concrete and defined steps.
