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Even though formalization has taken root in the discipline, confusion still exists about what business architecture really is—and is not. This tight, well-organized, essential white paper assists the reader in cutting through the myriad of content available on the topic of business architecture. This publication is intended for Business Architecture Practice Leaders and Practitioners. It is also helpful for executives or any other business or IT roles who would like to gain a more in-depth understanding of business architecture. Original Publish Date: 20 Mar 2017 Revised: 25 April 2018.

Designed for business architecture practice leaders and business architecture practitioners, this essential white paper provides a pragmatic perspective on how to establish and mature a business architecture practice. Original Publish Date: 21 February 2017

There is a common set of questions burning in peoples’ minds when they think about the business architect role, whether they are new to the discipline or experienced but seeking to compare approaches. This article addresses these important questions based on practical experience and best practices employed by a wide range of industries, organizations, and geographies.

The adoption of business architecture has continued to increase globally — and at a faster pace than ever — demonstrating that the discipline is here to stay. This article provides a brief reflection on the state of business architecture to date and a glimpse into the future.

Business architecture teams often struggle to articulate the value of business architecture. This article provides guidance on how to develop a case for business architecture and communicate its value to an organization.

More than just a bullet point in a strategy session or the current buzzword, digital transformation begins with big visions and strategies, but the organizations that can execute upon them in a coordinated way, with agility, will win. Industry thought leader Whynde Kuehn served as guest editor for this August/September 2016 double-issue of Cutter Business Technology Journal, focused on business-driven digital transformation. Kuehn’s opening statement provides an overview of how to approach digital transformation from a truly top-down, business-driven perspective and sets the tone for the Journal.

In this article, business architecture practitioners are offered a clear vision of what a fully mature business architecture practice looks like, the value it brings to the organization, and a practical perspective on how to get there.