Open Comments Rewind: The Path to Zero Trust: Insights from Jason Garbis, Founder of Numberline Security

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

In this past episode of the Open Comments podcast, we were privileged to have an in-depth conversation with Jason Garbis, the founder of Numberline Security. Jason’s career journey is a testament to his passion for technology, his dedication to continuous learning, and his relentless pursuit of growth.

Why Knowledge-Based Certifications such as the TOGAF® Certification Portfolio Really Matter

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Content Marketing Manager, The Open Group

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations are constantly challenged to align technology with business objectives, drive innovation, and remain agile. Enterprise Architecture (EA) plays a pivotal role in this endeavor, providing a structured approach to planning, designing, and implementing business-aligned IT strategies.

Celebrating 10 Years of the Open Trusted Technology™ Forum (OTTF): A Decade of Trust and Innovation

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

This year marks a major milestone for The Open Group Open Trusted Technology Forum (OTTF) – its 10 year anniversary. Over the past decade, the Open Trusted Technology Forum has become a global leader in advancing standards and best practices that enhance the security and integrity of technology supply chains worldwide.

Fostering Collaboration Across Industry Verticals within The Open Group

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, collaboration is not just a buzzword—it is a necessity. Organizations are increasingly finding value in working together to solve complex challenges, develop shared standards, and innovate faster. At the forefront of facilitating this collaboration is The Open Group, a global consortium that brings together diverse stakeholders to drive technology standards and Digital Transformation Initiatives.

Pathways to Progress: Why You Shouldn’t Miss The Open Group Houston Summit – November 3–6, 2025

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

The Open Group Summit: Pathways to Progress, taking place November 3–6, 2025, in Houston, Texas, is set to bring together Enterprise Leaders, Technology Innovators, and Digital Transformation experts from across the enterprise technology field. Hosted by The Open Group, this event offers an essential opportunity to explore the evolving landscape of open standards and their real-world impact on business, government, and technology.

Open Comments Rewind: Unleashing the Power of IT Sustainability: A Dialogue with Abhijit Sunil

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

IT sustainability and climate action are two critical topics in today’s business landscape. In this Open Comments episode, Abhijit Sunil, a senior analyst with Forrester Research, provides valuable insights into the symbiotic relationship of these two fields.

The Open Group Digital Transformation and Innovation Highlights, Riyadh, July 28 – 29, 2025

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

The Open Group held an event in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on July 28–29, 2025. The event brought together a global audience of Enterprise Architects, Digital Transformation leaders, and government representatives.

With the theme “Digital Transformation and Innovation: Future-Ready Capabilities”, the event showcased the power of open standards.

Sitting Down with Kirk Avery from Lockheed Martin, Newly Elected FACE® Consortium Chair

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

Recently we reached out to Kirk Avery to discuss his role as the newly elected Chair for The Open Group FACE® Consortium. Kirk Avery is a Lockheed Martin Senior Fellow and the Tactical Mission Systems and Autonomous Technologies Chief Architect with over 35 years’ experience in architecting and deploying solutions for fixed, rotary, and unmanned aircraft systems.

Open Comments Rewind: Unravelling the Intricacies of AI in Education and Beyond, with Dr. Chris Harding

By Ash Patel – CDMP – Certified Copywriter (CMP) – CDMA, Marketing Specialist, The Open Group

In this episode of our podcast, we sat down with Dr. Chris Harding to explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly its role in education and its application in various aspects of life.

Navigating the TOGAF® Standard, 10th Edition: Updates and Insights

By Andrew Josey, VP, Standards & Certification, The Open Group

The TOGAF® Standard,10th Edition was introduced in April 2022, and expanded the material available to architecture practitioners making adoption of best practices easier. This article gives a roundup of the latest changes to the standard since its introduction, and the ecosystem around it.