Applying Enterprise Architecture: Seven Principles for Making It Work

Posted October 31, 2009 | Technology |

There are long-standing enterprise architecture (EA) frameworks that are very complete and ready to be leveraged. However, a focus on technology and frameworks can undermine an EA effort. To successfully develop and mature an EA practice, it takes principles and action plans coupled with collaboration, engagement, and leadership.

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Phillip Smith
Phillip Smith is the Manager of Enterprise Architecture at DTE Energy, a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide. His organization provides the company's solution/technical architecture, enterprise architecture, and technology management services. In addition to his current position, Mr. Smith managed the development community of practice, led… Read More
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Rick Harris
Rick Harris is a Contributing Expert to Cutter's Business & Enterprise Architecture practice. He is Executive Director of Software Engineering - Aviation at General Electric. As a seasoned IT executive, Mr. Harris has demonstrated the ability to apply broad technical and management skills to deliver high-impact business results. His experience includes managing 400 people and budgets of $100M+. Mr. Harris's successful track record includes… Read More
Michael Harris
Michael E. Harris
Dr. Michael E. Harris, CPL, CCM, CICM, is the Lockheed Martin Mission Systems deputy program manager -- Operations on the Maneuver Control System (MCS) Block IV Program -- the heart of the Army's Battle Command System, the "system of systems" for command and control of the battlefield. Dr. Harris serves as the risk manager for the MCS Block IV Program; he has modified and enhanced a risk management plan that is based on a corporate template. He… Read More
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