As an Enterprise Architect, it is often difficult to explain why large, complex organizations would need my role. Therefore, I’ll explain in a new way by considering my role and that of Solutions Architects and Architects writ large in a medical context. One reason for this reflection is that I had an accident about 10 […]Read More

This review, supported by insights from ChatGPT and leading experts*, outlines a cohesive strategy for implementing Generative AI (Gen AI) and agentic frameworks in enterprises. It addresses risks and uncertainties, highlights gains and opportunities, and establishes a practical approach for managing change. The focus is on white-collar employees such as architects and analysts, facilitating long-term […]Read More

Introduction The attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump during a presidential campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania earlier this year triggered concerns about the ability of the US Secret Service (USSS) to reliably fulfill its protective mission. A US House of Representatives task force published the “INTERIM STAFF REPORT: INVESTIGATING THE STUNNING SECURITY FAILURES ON […]Read More

Introduction Over the last 10 years, we have been involved in a number of consulting assignments where we could leverage reference architecture models for specific industries but their availability is limited. They are not a panacea, but they facilitate a head start and provide a number of building blocks and architecture patterns that can be […]Read More

Introduction The US Secret Service uses drone technology to support its protective and investigative missions. The Privacy Impact Assessment for the United States Secret Service Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program dated September 27, 2023 describes this activity in general terms.  The Open Group ArchiMate standard, which provides a graphical language for enterprise and solutions architecture, is […]Read More

ADM Phases Objectives, Outputs and Outcomes Essential Knowledge Preliminary Phase Determine the Architecture Capability desired by the organization Establish the Architecture Capability Delivery of a customized and cohesive Architecture Capability Request for Architecture Work Organization Context Key Stakeholder Concerns, Preferences, Priorities, and Requirements Detailed options on how to integrate the Architecture Capability in a harmonious […]Read More

Industry analysts calculate that the enterprise architecture (EA) tool market yields over a billion dollars in revenue and will continue to grow. Gartner’s latest Magic Quadrant places ten tool vendors in the Leader’s quadrant alone, with an additional five in the other three quadrants. But what if your organization cannot afford a tool, or is […]Read More

Enterprise Architecture (EA) and Solutions Architecture (SA) play critical roles in enhancing predictability in software development, especially as the field evolves with AI integration. These architectures provide frameworks, guidelines, and standards that ensure alignment between business goals and IT solutions, reducing risks and improving the consistency of outcomes. Below are the roles of EA and […]Read More

EA and Solutions Architecture (SA) are integral to driving disruptive changes in Software Engineering (SE). There is a need for a more proactive role for EA and Solutions Architecture in leveraging AI and advanced modeling capabilities to shape the future of software development. Enroute to AI revolutionizing EA and Solutions Architecture modeling capabilities in the […]Read More