It Architects And Engineers
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This document discusses different IT architecture roles and their responsibilities. It begins by describing various types of architects like enterprise, solution, system, and application architects. It then discusses specialized architects like network, storage, security, and infrastructure architects. The document explains that architects design solutions at a higher level of abstraction, working with stakeholders and subject matter experts, while engineers focus more on implementation details. Effective collaboration between architects and engineers is important for project success.
It Architects And Engineers
- 1. IT Architects and Engineers12/30/2009David Champeau - ECM Consultant
- 2. IT Architects and EngineersDifferent roles and responsibilitiesDifferent backgrounds, education, thought processesWork together and overlap knowledge basesIntroduction
- 3. There are many flavorsEnterprise ArchitectSolution ArchitectSystem ArchitectApplication ArchitectSoftware ArchitectIT Architects
- 4. Then there are more specialized architectsNetwork ArchitectStorage ArchitectSecurity ArchitectInfrastructure ArchitectPortal ArchitectIT Architects
- 5. Now there are new, emerging disciplinesProcess ArchitectInformation ArchitectIT Architects
- 6. The term āarchitectā was borrowed from the building tradesIt describes the ādesignā aspect of the jobThe word āarchitectā is regulated in many US statesArchitect defined
- 7. The architect (working with other SMEs like plumbers and electricians) designs a houseA lot of detail is put into the designThere are many different views that make up the overall designThe design is done before any nail is pounded or cement pouredIf new techniques (technologies) are to be used then tests are run, prototypes builtBut the house is not started without the design completed and signed offDesigning a house
- 8. My builder once told me āhe (the architect) never pounded a nail.āThe design can change as the house is builtSome things are missedDetails are added or changedWalls are movedBuilding a house
- 9. Even thought the builder is required to change some of the details because something is missed or added, the details are put on paper by the architect before the foundation is pouredIt is the architects job to think things through as much as possibleAnd this can only be done on āpaperā (or Visio, etc.)Details
- 10. The Enterprise Architect works with stakeholders, both leadership and SMEs, to build a holistic view of the organizationās strategy, process, information and information technology assetsThe role is to take this knowledge and ensure that the business and IT are in alignmentEnterprise Architect
- 11. Strategic ThinkingAcross projectsSystem InteractionsHighly AbstractedCommunicationAcross OrganizationDesignMinimal, High LevelEnterprise Architect
- 12. Delivered successfully, an enterprise architecture has the potential to allow both the business and IT strategies to enable and drive each otherEnterprise Architecture
- 13. ResponsibilitiesAlignment of IT strategy and planning with business goalsOptimization of information management approaches Work with other architects, SMEs, engineersEnterprise Architect
- 14. In todayās complex, specialized, interconnected world, IT projects require a team of architects to design a complex systemIT Architects
- 15. Enterprise ArchitectLike a city plannerProvide the roadmaps and regulations used to manage city growth and servicesSystem ArchitectPlans one or more buildingsSoftware ArchitectPlans Heating, Ventilation and A/CNetwork ArchitectPlans plumbing, electricity, water and sewerIT Architects
- 16. There are many flavorsSoftware EngineerSecurity EngineerNetwork EngineerPerformance EngineerRelease DeployerIT AdministratorSystem TesterFront End Java Script EngineerIT Engineers
- 17. Design and Build thingsSoftware engineer will design a program for a specific task or function and then write the codeIT Administrator will write scripts to monitor a component of a systemSystem tester will write scripts or configure a tool to test a systemIT Engineers
- 18. Architects designEngineers buildArchitects would do well to have spent some time as engineersConfusing
- 19. ArchitectSees a bigger pictureAble to communicate the future stateWorks and communicates well with othersComprehensive knowledge of many areasUses multiple methodologiesSkills and KnowledgeEngineerMore detail focusedAble to work alone or in a teamDetailed knowledge of a few select areasUnderstands how to build and testUses methodoligies
- 20. Architects design before anything is builtEngineers take the design and determine how to build (or if it can be built)The more effort put into the design, the greater the chance for successThe better the communication, the greater the chance for successSummary