Highlights
- The basic concepts of Enterprise Architecture
- The core concepts of Enterprise Architecture
- The key terminology of Enterprise Architecture
- The Architecture development cycle and the objectives of each phase
- The concept of the Architecture views, its purpose and parts
- How each of the phases contribute to the enterprise architecture
- Guidelines and techniques
- How Architecture Governance contributes to the Enterprise Architecture
- The concepts of views and viewpoints and their role
- The concept of building blocks
- The key deliverables of the Enterprise Architecture
- Industry standard reference models
- The different Architecture certification programs
Course Details
1. The Basic Concepts of Enterprise Architecture
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Understand the purpose and scope of Enterprise Architecture (EA)
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Explore the relationship between business goals and IT systems
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Identify the value EA brings to organizational strategy
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Recognize the foundational principles guiding architecture practice
2. The Core Concepts of Enterprise Architecture
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Examine the main elements: principles, models, and frameworks
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Learn how architecture supports alignment between business and technology
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Understand the layers of EA (business, data, application, technology)
3. The Key Terminology of Enterprise Architecture
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Define key EA terms such as artifact, framework, and repository
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Differentiate between architecture, design, and implementation concepts
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Gain familiarity with common EA language used across frameworks
4. The Architecture Development Cycle and Objectives of Each Phase
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Explore the stages of the Architecture Development Method (ADM)
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Identify the purpose and goals of each ADM phase
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Understand how outputs from one phase feed into the next
5. The Concept of Architecture Views, Their Purpose, and Parts
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Learn how views present architecture from specific stakeholder perspectives
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Explore the components of a view: concerns, models, and viewpoints
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Understand how views improve communication and decision-making
6. How Each Phase Contributes to the Enterprise Architecture
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Examine the unique outcomes and deliverables from each ADM phase
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See how each phase adds value to the overall architecture lifecycle
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Recognize the interdependencies between phases for continuous improvement
7. Guidelines and Techniques
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Discover key methods and best practices used in EA development
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Learn how to tailor techniques to organizational needs and maturity
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Apply proven approaches for stakeholder management and architecture validation
8. How Architecture Governance Contributes to the Enterprise Architecture
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Understand the principles and purpose of architecture governance
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Learn how governance ensures consistency and compliance
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Explore roles, responsibilities, and decision-making structures
9. The Concepts of Views and Viewpoints and Their Role
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Clarify the distinction between a view and a viewpoint
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Learn how viewpoints guide the creation of relevant architecture views
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Understand how this approach supports stakeholder engagement
10. The Concept of Building Blocks
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Define architecture and solution building blocks (ABBs and SBBs)
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Understand how they enable reuse and standardization
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Learn how building blocks support modular architecture design
11. The Key Deliverables of the Enterprise Architecture
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Identify the major artifacts produced in EA (models, matrices, diagrams)
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Understand how deliverables align with ADM phases
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Learn how outputs are used to guide implementation and governance
12. Industry Standard Reference Models
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Explore well-known reference models like TOGAF, Zachman, and FEAF
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Understand their purpose in promoting standardization and interoperability
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Learn how to adapt reference models to organizational contexts
Who should attend
Feedback
4.8 out of 5 average
"Our tailored course provided a well rounded introduction and also covered some intermediate level topics that we needed to know. Clive gave us some best practice ideas and tips to take away. Fast paced but the instructor never lost any of the delegates"
Brian Leek, Data Analyst, May 2022
“JBI did a great job of customizing their syllabus to suit our business needs and also bringing our team up to speed on the current best practices. Our teams varied widely in terms of experience and the Instructor handled this particularly well - very impressive”
Brian F, Team Lead, RBS, Data Analysis Course, 20 April 2022
