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Embracing the Right EA Tools in the Digital Age

July 21, 2022
Aaron Tan Dani

Embracing the Right EA Tools in the Digital Age

Modern Enterprise Architecture is a discipline that provides the framework for digital transformation to guide the delivery of solutions using the latest technologies. The ability to succeed in the competitive business atmosphere of today requires agility, efficiency and flexibility to meet the demands of the market. There has been a shift in focus over the past decade in EA from strategy delivery to the design of strategies to enable and accelerate modernisation and even the EA tools. These process optimisation tools capture the limitations of the IT assets, processes, value streams, change programs and projects in support of the business strategy, and the ecosystem of relationships it has up and down the value chain. At their core, EA tools maintain a master list of assets in the form of a database table that catalogues the devices. Then it adds a collection of features for displaying this information in a way that’s easy to use.   Every organisation operates within the framework of its current architecture, known as the "as-is" architecture. This framework, encompassing both physical operations and logical structures, serves as the foundation for any project or change initiative. However, navigating and documenting this intricate landscape can be challenging.  With an architecture tool in play, the process of collaboration, documentation, and visualisation becomes not only smoother but also more coherent and consistent. Individuals can focus on their specific roles, contributing to a comprehensive view of the organisation's current architecture and ensuring every aspect is captured and understood.    The process optimisation tool acts as a repository for building blocks crafted by different architects. This means that innovative solutions and designs from one architect can be shared, fostering reuse and efficiency across the organisation. The mere presence of an Enterprise Architecture (EA) tool can inspire architects to spontaneously embark on charting the current architecture. Without such a tool, the likelihood of spontaneously charting the current architecture diminishes, potentially leaving gaps in understanding or delaying crucial planning activities.
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