Enterprise and IT architecture management consulting
A well-aligned architecture is the key to efficiency and agility. I bring business goals, processes, data and IT together into a coherent target state.
What it is about
In enterprise architecture management, I bring business processes, data, applications and technologies together into a consistent architecture. We analyse existing structures, identify potential for improvement and develop a target state that suits your organisation. Proven frameworks such as TOGAF provide guidance along the way.
IT architecture consulting focuses on your IT landscape: flexible, scalable and cost-effective solutions that bring innovation into your workflows while meeting security and compliance requirements – for example in cloud strategies, service-oriented architectures or data management.
A particular focus is on aligning business and IT. Gap analyses, roadmaps and good stakeholder management create a shared understanding with clear priorities.
Typical situations
- An IT landscape that has grown over the years without a clear overview
- An upcoming cloud migration
- Make-or-buy decisions for software
- A merger, an acquisition or new business areas
- IT security and data protection requirements
How I work
- Understand strategy and goalsYour company's vision, mission and goals form the starting point.
- Create a capability mapWhich capabilities does your company need – and how well are they supported today?
- Capture the as-is architectureApplications, data and interfaces are mapped to the capabilities.
- Define the target state and the gapsGap analysis: where does the IT not fit the strategy? Where is it worth building in-house, and where is it better to buy?
- Develop a roadmapPrioritised steps with dependencies, risks and owners.
Methods and tools
What you receive
- Capability map with assessment
- Overview of your application landscape
- Target architecture
- Prioritised implementation roadmap
- Workshops and training for your team
Place in the 8-Level Model
EAM is the backbone of the 8-Level Model: it links every capability with processes, organisation, tools and information objects.
Frequently asked questions
What is enterprise architecture management (EAM)?
EAM is a strategic management approach that aligns a company's business strategy, processes, information and IT systems with one another. The aim is to reduce complexity and make the organisation more agile.
Is EAM worthwhile for small and medium-sized enterprises?
Yes, in a lean form. Even a capability map, an overview of your applications and a roadmap prevent bad investments and bring clarity to IT decisions.
What is a capability map?
A capability map shows on a single page what a company must be able to do – regardless of who does it or with which system. It is the common language of senior management, business departments and IT.
Do I have to introduce TOGAF?
No. TOGAF is a comprehensive framework; I use only those elements of it that make sense for your size and your goals.
Let's talk about your plans
In a free, no-obligation initial consultation we clarify where you stand and which path suits you.
- You send me a short note on what it is about.
- We talk for about 30 minutes by phone or video – free of charge.
- You receive a proposal for the modules that suit you.
- peter.hoenig@my-coaching4you.de
- Phone
- 04952 9527002
- Mobile
- 0151 68112505