Chapter 1 Flashcards
refers to the conceptual framework and structure that defines the elements and components of a system and their relationships.
In the context of buildings, it refers to the design and construction of physical structures.
In the context of information systems, software, or organizations, it refers to the structure and design of systems or processes.
Architecture
is a large organization or complex system, typically consisting of multiple departments, processes, and resources working together to achieve common objectives.
Enterprise
is a comprehensive framework used to manage and align an organization’s IT assets, business processes, information systems, and technology infrastructure with its business goals and strategies.
Enterprise Architecture (EA)
Enumeration of Enterprise Architecture
Business Architecture
Data Architecture
Application Architecture
Technology Architecture
Defines the business strategy, governance, organization, and key business processes
Business Architecture
Describes the structure and organization of an enterprise’s data assets.
Data Architecture:
Defines the applications needed to manage data and support business processes.
Application Architecture
Covers the hardware, software, networks, and other technology that support applications and data.
Technology Architecture
originated in the late 1980s and early 1990s as organizations began to recognize the need for a more integrated approach to managing IT resources and aligning them with business objectives.
Enterprise Architecture
Goals of Enterprise Architecture
Alignment of IT and Business Strategy
Improved Decision Making
Optimized Resource Use
Agility and Flexibility
Compliance
Innovation Support
Risk Management
Ensures that IT investments and initiatives are aligned with the organization’s business goals and objectives.
Strategic Alignment
Reduces redundancies and optimizes resource use, leading to cost savings and better performance.
Improved Efficiency
Provides the flexibility to quickly adapt to changes in the business environment or market conditions.
Enhanced Agility
Identifies and mitigates risks related to IT and business processes, ensuring operational continuity.
Risk Management
Ensures that the organization’s IT systems and processes comply with regulatory requirements and standards.
Compliance and Governance
Facilitates the adoption of new technologies and processes, enabling continuous improvement and innovation.
Innovation Support
is a senior IT professional responsible for developing and implementing an organization’s Enterprise Architecture. They ensure that the organization’s IT infrastructure aligns with business goals, integrates smoothly across various domains, and supports the overall strategy
Enterprise Architect
is the process of defining the architecture of an enterprise in a structured and strategic way. It involves creating a roadmap that guides the organization’s IT investments and development efforts to align with business goals.
Enterprise Architecture Planning (EAP)
refers to the organizational framework that defines how an enterprise is organized and how its various components interact
Enterprise Structure
is a conceptual framework that describes how IT functions and processes create value within an organization.
IT Value Chain
Enumeration: Components of the IT Value Chain
IT Strategy and Governance
IT Infrastructure Management
Application Development and Management
Data Management and Analytics
IT Service Management
IT Security and Risk Management
Innovation and Emerging Technologies
Enumeration of Importance of Enterprise Architecture
Strategic Alignment
Efficiency
Innovation
Risk Management
