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Tag: togaf
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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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Certified Experience
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Getting certified is important. It is especially important from a personal perspective. Certifications demonstrate that you have the qualifications, skills, and knowledge necessary to perform your job well. There is one downside to most certifications though. Since most certifications are knowledge-based, almost none of them will allow you to demonstrate your experience.
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Mythbusting the TOGAF Standard
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I have said it before: the TOGAF Standard is awesome. If you make an effort to really understand the framework you will agree with me. Unfortunately, despite being around for thirty years, it is still often rigorously misunderstood and misinterpreted. And it is these misinterpretations that lead to the myths that circle the framework. That…
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Enterprise Architecture Rises In The East
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Enterprise Architecture is more than just a methodology—it's a strategic powerhouse driving alignment between business objectives and technology. In China, where rapid economic growth meets technological innovation, Enterprise Architecture has emerged as a critical enabler. The country's enterprises, ranging from state-owned giants to tech startups, are leveraging Enterprise Architecture to address unique challenges: scalability, digital…
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Skilled Or Competent
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Skills are important to do a job well. But having the right competencies is just as crucial. The key question is: which is preferred, a skilled architect or a competent one?
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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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Agile Architecture Agony
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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…
