ArchiMate Modeling in Practice – Fleshing out the MDM part

The team is excited about the news that they can go ahead with fleshing out the target architecture. They are particularly enthusiastic about going for a combination of best-of-breed systems mixed with an MDM solution. There is still some caution as Brenda has made it very clear that there was some ‘glazing over’ during the presentation. As before, the team decides to work in two sub teams: one team will do a “road show” to illustrate the concept of MDM to increase management buy-in, while the other team fleshes out the technical details.

ArchiMate Modeling in Practice – Brainstorm

Brenda’s “target team” feels like they’re in a tight spot. It’s great that management has given some direction for the IT/ sourcing / product strategies, but it doesn’t seem to fit with what they had in mind for the target architecture. In the meantime, the pressure is on as Brenda has been asked to present her thoughts on the strategies in the light of the target architecture.

ArchiMate Modeling in Practice – picking up steam again

 

Before and during the weekend, Brenda’s team worked hard to come up with an analysis for management.
 Earlier today, Brenda presented their findings to the management team, who were more than pleased with the results. During the meeting they decided to follow the recommendations by Brenda’s team and they tasked James with the appropriate actions.

ArchiMate Modeling in Practice – Where are we going?

When work on the business function model / capability map is well underway, Brenda is confident that she can promise management a first product to be delivered in a few weeks’ time. She has organized weekly meetings with the team for updates and reviews and things seem to move along at a slow, albeit steady pace. This frees up her hands for the next topic to be addressed: where are we going?