Creating and Using Architecture Frameworks
Learn how to use this highly practical and useful EA tool through simple and straightforward real-life examples.
This course gives you all the knowledge you need to be able to create and use enterprise architecture frameworks.
It will take you all the way - from understanding why architecture frameworks are one of the most useful tools available to an enterprise architect, to using them in the practical, day-to-day work of enterprise architecture.
The course provides all the background information you need to become an expert in using architecture frameworks. It explains why pre-defined architecture frameworks are seen as theoretical, but goes on to show exactly how, when used in the right way, they make the work of an enterprise architect easier and better.
Architecture frameworks lie at the heart of Enterprise Architecture. They are the foundation for everything that an Enterprise Architect does. So if you are planning to become an Enterprise Architect, or already working as one, you will find the material in this course fascinating and essential.
At the end of this course you will be able to:
Who is the course aimed at?
This course is aimed at students of Enterprise Architecture who want a thorough knowledge of the value and use of architecture frameworks.
It will be invaluable to Enterprise Architects who want practical tips and ideas for creating and using architecture frameworks in their daily work.
And it will help users of any pre-defined architecture framework, such as TOGAF or Zachman, who are looking for practical ways to leverage and expand their existing knowledge.
What you need before you start this course:
The course assumes that you have a basic knowledge of what Enterprise Architecture is, and why we need it.
It is not necessary to know anything about architecture frameworks, as the concept and its value are both explained in this course.
If you are already familiar with one of the pre-defined architecture frameworks, such as TOGAF or Zachman, it will help - but don't worry if you don't have this knowledge as the course will give you all the background information you need.
Roger Evernden
Objectives for this chapter
Many architecture frameworks
The problem
The solution
Lessons Learned