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Practice: Start A Practice

Summary
In Step 1, the initial business architecture champion(s) and practitioners gain an understanding of what business architecture is and is not, how it can be used, and where it fits within an enterprise context. The initial practitioners also attain level 1 Certified Business Architect® certification. (Note: Business architecture practitioners will need a much deeper dive to learn the business architecture discipline and attain level 1 certification as compared to the business architecture practice leaders.)

In Step 2, the initial business architecture champion(s) and practitioners delve further to explore the potential value and usage scenarios for business architecture as well as see how other organizations are leveraging it. They also explore related integration points with other disciplines and teams. In Step 3, the initial value proposition and usage scenarios for business architecture specific to the organization are defined, in alignment with strategic priorities. The value of business architecture is articulated in a clear, simple and compelling way for all key stakeholders.

1 Learn & Certify

In Step 1, the initial business architecture champion(s) and practitioners gain an understanding of what business architecture is and is not, how it can be used, and where it fits within an enterprise context. The initial practitioners also attain level 1 Certified Business Architect® certification. (Note: Business architecture practitioners will need a much deeper dive to learn the business architecture discipline and attain level 1 certification as compared to the business architecture practice leaders.) 

This pathway focuses on the Practice and the Practice Leaders. Thus, the practice-related information is provided below. Please see the Practitioner learning pathway for additional guidance and resources with the necessary depth for practitioners.

RESOURCES TO EXPLORE AND ACTIONS TO TAKE

(1) Start your business architecture learning journey

(2) Build a foundational understanding of business architecture and its strategic practice

(3) Start developing your practical knowledge of and experience with business architecture and its application and build your community

  • Enroll in an upcoming Biz Arch Mastery Inner Circle cohort – this is a 12-month immersive journey that is highly impactful and transformative, where we explore business architecture from end-to-end and you build your own tribe of confidantes and collaborators
  • Stay in the know about upcoming events, new resources, and community connections:

(4) Gain a basic understanding of the body of knowledge (BIZBOK® Guide) 

(5) Build your knowledge of how to build a business architecture practice (and center of excellence) and start defining and formalizing the components for your organization (e.g., value proposition, charter, team structure, practice roadmap, engagement model)

  • Enroll in the Building a Strategic Business Architecture Practice program, which will guide you through every step of establishing and maturing a business architecture practice, supported by loads of canvases and tools. This program is essential for practice leaders and was designed just for you!

(6) Optional: Gain an in-depth understanding of the body of knowledge (BIZBOK® Guide)

(7) Optional: Attain your Certified Business Architect® (CBA®) certification

(8) Consider the training needs of your team (refer to the Practitioner learning pathway for more information) and support practitioners in earning their Certified Business Architect® (CBA®) certification

Key initial training for business architecture practitioners includes:

(9) Keep Immersing in your business architecture learning journey (ongoing)

Here are some key resources that you may want to put on the top of your list to explore, but follow your interest and passion!  

PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY
  • Business Architecture Essentials Masterclass – A complimentary 5-hour course that provides a comprehensive overview of business architecture and its strategic practice. Make sure to request your certificate when complete.
  • Inner Circle – A 12-month immersive group coaching experience across all business architecture topics.  An invitation to the exclusive Inner Circle Alumni Mastermind follows successful completion.
  • Building a Strategic Business Architecture Practice – A 5-month hands-on, advanced program to learn how to stand up and scale an impactful, world-class strategic business architecture practice within your organization (available in a live virtual or self-paced format)
  • BAA’s Business Architecture BootcampTM – A 5-day immersion in business architecture, based on the BIZBOK® Guide. Provides an excellent foundation to prepare for the Certified Business Architect® exam.
  • Contact us for more information on business architecture coaching and consulting services to help you on your journey

 

2 See It In Action

In Step 2, delve further to explore the potential value and usage scenarios for business architecture as well as see how other organizations are leveraging it. Also explore related integration points with other disciplines and teams.

RESOURCES TO EXPLORE AND ACTIONS TO TAKE
  • Visit our Resource Library  to explore the list of business architecture usage scenarios. Simply filter by the Usage category. Also, filter by Alignment category to explore the connections to related disciplines and teams.
  • Attend the annual Guild Business Architecture Innovation Summit (held every March) and the annual TCBAF Business Architecture Summit (held every December). These events showcase how organizations have leveraged business architecture to create value and provide an opportunity to connect with other practitioners. 
PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY
  • Inner Circle – A 12-month immersive group coaching experience across all business architecture topics.  An invitation to the exclusive Inner Circle Alumni Mastermind follows successful completion.

 

3 Establish The Value

In Step 3, the initial value proposition and usage scenarios for business architecture specific to the organization are defined, in alignment with strategic priorities. The value of business architecture is articulated in a clear, simple and compelling way for all key stakeholders. For some organizations, this step may also include a potential proof point to demonstrate the value of business architecture in action.

RESOURCES TO EXPLORE AND ACTIONS TO TAKE
PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY
  • Building a Strategic Business Architecture Practice – A 5-month hands-on, advanced program to learn how to stand up and scale an impactful, world-class strategic business architecture practice within your organization (available in a live virtual or self-paced format)
  • Contact us for coaching and consulting services that help you define and articulate your organization’s value proposition and case for business architecture. We can also provide executive overviews and facilitate or support your conversations with leaders and other stakeholders to help you build understanding and buy-in. 

 

Next steps: Establish The Foundation