Aggregated enterprise architecture wisdom
Why do I worry about enterprise-architecture? And who the heck am I to worry about it? What kind of right have I got to criticise anything that anyone does in this space? Okay, let’s forget the idea of ‘rights’ for…
Can Social Media create new ideas? Here’s an example where the answer is “yes.”
I recently blogged about EA models, and what makes them interesting. I was thinking about providing insight to people who were in the mo…
Need to do a bit of a catch-up on recent activity – a lot’s been going on, but it’s only now that I’m having a few scraps of time to write it all down. Two key items have been a…
I read over the weekend that Google recently turned 15 years old. While the exact date the search giant came into existence is essentially a matter of opinion, and the company moves the celebration each year to a convenient date, reflecting on the accomplishments of this organization since 1998 never ceases to impress.
Any business 101 course will tell you the foundation of a solid company is to solve a problem (like answering any question you can possibly dream up), for a cost that people are willing to pay (how about free?). The team at Google, or “Backrub” as it was first called, created a tool that allowed people to discreetly ask the genie behind the curtain anything they wanted. And the tool only got better and better as the vast amount of data on the Web grew exponentially over time.
The Google search engine now logs an average of 2 billion searches daily. The company name is commonly used as a verb for asking the Internet about anything from when John Zachman was born to how many EA frameworks exist (more than 40 according to wikipedia). Thinking back to what was not so long ago in the grand scheme of existence, answering these types of questions would require hunting down a wise human expert or heading to the reference section of the library. Hardly instantaneous, particularly if your needs were time sensitive.
While we would not suggest our brand be recognized with consumer innovation powerhouses like Google, at Troux we have similarly invented a better way of doing things in our own world. Like Backrub and its “webcrawler” providing visibility across the internet, Troux provides visibility and important insights from across the entire enterprise. Consumers use search engines to find answers and at Troux we provide answers to our customers’ complex business questions and show the impact decisions will have before they are implemented. This means enterprise leaders can make smart decisions about business and technology strategy.
However, we’re more than just a search tool, Troux EPM Solutions take it one step further to show enterprises where to make better business and technology decisions , while optimizing for maximum agility, minimum cost and minimum risk. Rather than being based on an ever changing secret algorithm, our technology is designed to provide the best visibility and answers for aligning your technology environment with the strategic needs of your business.
Now if someone could take the power of Google’s search engine and answer the age of old question of which came first Business Process or Business Capability– that would really change the world. For now, at Troux, we’ve got the important business decisions covered so you can focus on weeding through the 16.8 million results returned on your search for “EA best practices.”
Have you seen practices that you know could kill an Enterprise Architecture practice? I have. A recent LinkedIn thread asked for examples, and I came up with my top ten. I’d love to hear your additions to the list.
Your career will be short. 🙂
Last week I explained why embracing organizational change is important. This week I will talk about Enterprise Architecture frameworks and whether or not they matter.
What is an Enterprise Architecture framework?
An Enterprise Architecture framewor…
Increasingly I’m hearing architects talking about their frustration with the popular architecture frameworks. The problem is that frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman and others are not easy to use in a practical day-to-day way to manage enterprise architecture. Architects are not saying that TOGAF or Zachman are useless – they each document much current thinking…
I’ve written several job descriptions for Business Architect, Business Performance Manager, Business Strategy Manager, Business Planner, etc for the groups I’ve worked in and noticed that I tend to write the same things over and over again …
I’ve written several job descriptions for Business Architect, Business Performance Manager, Business Strategy Manager, Business Planner, etc for the groups I’ve worked in and noticed that I tend to write the same things over and over again so I built a template to help me in the future. I’ve shared this with a few folks…
CEA Credential Renewal Instructions:
Our ZCEA and CEA recertification process is being refreshed! Effective 1 October, 2014 we are implementing new guidance on what qualifies for Enterprise Architecture Development Units (EADUs) as part of the Zachman® and FEAC® enterprise architecture certifications. This guidance (published below) is intended to leverage the broad source of education and professional development opportunities you engage in as a professional as an active source of maintaining your certifications. With this refresh we are establishing a six month transition period for those alumni whose certification renewal has lapsed outside of the three year cycle. From 1 Oct to 1 April, Zachman and FEAC graduates may register their EADUs and submit their renewal fee regardless of the lapse in certification. After 1 April, alumni whose certification has lapsed will be required to take an online exam to re-qualify. If you have questions please send them to info [AT] feacinstitute [DOT] org.
FEAC™ has a triennial process for CEA credential renewals, similar to other professional organizations. Your EADU cycle begins on the month of graduation and you should begin filing and recording EA Development Units (EADUs) accuring 20 per year. For example, if you graduated, as a CEA, in April of 2013 your certification is active until April 2016. During this cycle you should be recording EADUs using the online submission form. In April 2016 you submit a request to renew your certification along with the administrative processing fee.
Remember you need to document 20 EA Development Units per year for a total of 60 in a refreshment period, with member profiles updated, after payment of the CEA Fellow dues.
1) Log into feacinstitute.org
2) Under the menu EA Zone/My Dashboard/My Renewal, fill out the form with how many EADU you are claiming, the event for credit and the date. You may submit this form more than once for multiple events/claims. We will process your request and your EADU total will be updated on your Registration Profile within 7-8 business days.
3) If you have submitted your 60 hours, they have been approved and you are actually applying for CEA renewal and are looking to pay your $99 renewal fee, hit the “Subscribe Now” on the above (My Renewal) page. Your request will be verified and processed by an administrator within 3-4 business days.
Certification as either a Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect or FEAC Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) is an industry-recognized credential. You have worked hard to earn this prestigious milestone and need to adhere to FEAC’s continuing certification program to retain professional achievement. To follow the program, you can participate in a range of professional development activities to earn Enterprise Architecture Development Units (EADUs).
Every credential requires a specific number of EADU in different categories as a part of a three-year certification cycle. If YOU hold a ZCEA (level 1-4) and a CEA (or ACEA) your EADUs count towards both as a part of the triennial certifications.
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Certification |
EADU in a 3 year cycle |
EADU Requirements per Categories |
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Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 1 Associate) |
15 (5 EADUs per year) |
Educational- 15 |
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Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 2 Practitioner) |
30 (10 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
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Development of the Profession-10 |
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Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 3 Professional) |
45 (15 EADUs per year) |
Educational-30 |
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Development of the Profession-10 |
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Consultant Engagement-5 |
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Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 4 Educator) |
60 (20 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
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Development of the Profession-40 (10 must be in Category 5 creating new knowledge) |
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FEAC Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) |
60 (20EADUs per year) |
Educational -40 |
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Development of the Profession-20 |
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FEAC Associate Certified Enterprise Architect (ACEA) |
30 (10 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
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Development of the Profession-10 |
EADU categories are intended to ensure your continuing professional development is focused on the broad acquisition of knowledge and engagement with the Enterprise Architecture Community. Professional Development activities yield different numbers of EADUs, as illustrated below.
EADUs earned in excess of a single triennial cycle may be applied to the next cycle, but will still incur additional processing for review, acceptance and auditing of your professional development efforts.
The following provides additional detail on the EADU categories and amplifying guidance. Please note that you may be requested to provide documentation if your request for EADU’s is selected for audit. Accepted documentation normally consists of a copy of completion certificates, letter of attendance, registration forms, etc. This documentation is NOT retained beyond any specific audit.
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Education Category– The acquisition of knowledge is a key element of ensuring growth in the ability to apply EA concepts. The following categories provide examples of the types of education you can receive credit for. |
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Category 1: Zachman/FEAC endorsed courses. |
You can take courses officially provided by Zachman International or its education clearing house FEAC. Courses include:
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EADU Guidance: Zachman/FEAC courses generally provide 2 EADU per Continuing Education Course. Obtaining a second certification in either Zachman or FEAC provides 1.5 EADU for each 8 hours of instructional contact time. |
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Category 2: Continuing Education |
Complete Courses in the following areas. College credit Courses in the areas of:
Or Non-credit granting educational efforts include:
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EADU Guidance: College Credit Courses generally grant 3 EADUs per course completed regardless of number of semesters or quarters granted. Non-credit granting education efforts provide for 1 EADU per 8 hours of instructional contact. These activities should result in a certificate of completion or some other formal means of documentation. |
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Category 3: Self-Guided Learning |
Self-Guided learning are those engaged by a practitioner independent of any professional facilitation. These may involves research or study. This includes activities such as:
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EADU Guidance: Credit for this category is limited to no more than 10 EADUs in a cycle. 1/2 EADU is provided for each hour spent involved in self-guided learning. |
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Development of the Profession Category– The development of Enterprise Architecture as a profession is central to the Mission of Zachman International. |
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Category 4: Working as an EA Professional |
You may earn credit for being an active EA practitioner as a part of your company or in a non-compensated (e.g. volunteer) role as a part of providing support to others as an EA. This can include:
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EADU Guidance: Credit for this category is limited to no more than 15 EADUs in a cycle (5 per year). 1 EADU is provided for each hour non-compensated service. (e.g. volunteer) 1 EADU is provided for each 160 hours of compensated service. |
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Category 5: Creating New Knowledge |
You may earn EADUs for creating or supporting the creation of knowledge in the area of Enterprise Architecture. This can include:
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EADU Guidance: There is NO LIMIT for this category. 1 EADU is provided for each hour of activity. 3 EADUs are provided for publication of a peer reviewed article. 1 EADU is provided for publication of a non-peer reviewed article. |
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Consultant Engagement Category– Unique to the Zachman Level 3 certification is the requirement to maintain proficiency-supporting clients in the field of Enterprise Architecture. This category only applies to the Zachman Level 3 for the purposes of maintaining this unique designation in the field of EA. |
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Category 6: External Consultant |
This requirement is unique to Zachman Level 3 certified Zachman consultant. Part of maintaining this certification is having at least 100 hours or more as a paid consultant for EA services. |
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EADU Guidance: Each 50 hours of paid consultancy provides 2.5 EADUs. Proof of completion may be in the form of a redacted invoice or contract form. Contact Zachman International directly for more information. |
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The following is guidance on what qualifies for Enterprise Architecture Development Units (EADUs) as part of the Zachman® and FEAC® enterprise architecture certifications. This guidance (published below) is intended to leverage the broad source of education and professional development opportunities you engage in as a professional as an active source of maintaining your certifications. With this refresh we are establishing a six month transition period for those alumni whose certification renewal has lapsed outside of the three year cycle. From 1 Oct to 1 April, Zachman and FEAC graduates may register their EADUs and submit their renewal fee regardless of the lapse in certification. After 1 April, alumni whose certification has lapsed will be required to take an online exam to re-qualify. If you have questions please send them to info [AT] feacinstitute [DOT] org.
The FEAC™ Institute and Zachman International® has a triennial process for certification credential renewals, similar to other professional organizations. Your EADU cycle begins on the month of graduation and you should begin filing and recording EA Development Units (EADUs) accruing 20 per year. For example, if you graduated, as a CEA, ACEA or ZCEA in April of 2013 your certification is active until April 2016. During this cycle you should be recording EADUs using the online submission form on your profile. In April 2016 you submit a request to renew your certification along with the administrative processing fee of $99 US.
Remember you need to document 20 EA Development Units per year for a total of 60 in a refreshment period, with member profiles updated, after payment of the CEA Fellow dues.
Instructions:
Certification as either a Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect or FEAC Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) is an industry-recognized credential. You have worked hard to earn this prestigious milestone and need to adhere to FEAC’s continuing certification program to retain professional achievement. To follow the program, you can participate in a range of professional development activities to earn Enterprise Architecture Development Units (EADUs).
Every credential requires a specific number of EADU in different categories as a part of a three-year certification cycle. If YOU hold a ZCEA (level 1-4) and a CEA (or ACEA) your EADUs count towards both as a part of the triennial certifications.
|
Certification |
EADU in a 3 year cycle |
EADU Requirements per Categories |
|
Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 1 Associate) |
15 (5 EADUs per year) |
Educational- 15 |
|
Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 2 Practitioner) |
30 (10 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
|
Development of the Profession-10 |
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Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 3 Professional) |
45 (15 EADUs per year) |
Educational-30 |
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Development of the Profession-10 |
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Consultant Engagement-5 |
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Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 4 Educator) |
60 (20 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
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Development of the Profession-40 (10 must be in Category 5 creating new knowledge) |
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FEAC Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) |
60 (20EADUs per year) |
Educational -40 |
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Development of the Profession-20 |
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FEAC Associate Certified Enterprise Architect (ACEA) |
30 (10 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
|
Development of the Profession-10 |
EADU categories are intended to ensure your continuing professional development is focused on the broad acquisition of knowledge and engagement with the Enterprise Architecture Community. Professional Development activities yield different numbers of EADUs, as illustrated below.
EADUs earned in excess of a single triennial cycle may be applied to the next cycle, but will still incur additional processing for review, acceptance and auditing of your professional development efforts.
The following provides additional detail on the EADU categories and amplifying guidance. Please note that you may be requested to provide documentation if your request for EADU’s is selected for audit. Accepted documentation normally consists of a copy of completion certificates, letter of attendance, registration forms, etc. This documentation is NOT retained beyond any specific audit.
|
Education Category– The acquisition of knowledge is a key element of ensuring growth in the ability to apply EA concepts. The following categories provide examples of the types of education you can receive credit for. |
|
|
Category 1: Zachman/FEAC endorsed courses. |
You can take courses officially provided by Zachman International or its education clearing house FEAC. Courses include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: Zachman/FEAC courses generally provide 2 EADU per Continuing Education Course. Obtaining a second certification in either Zachman or FEAC provides 1.5 EADU for each 8 hours of instructional contact time. |
|
|
Category 2: Continuing Education |
Complete Courses in the following areas. College credit Courses in the areas of:
Or Non-credit granting educational efforts include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: College Credit Courses generally grant 3 EADUs per course completed regardless of number of semesters or quarters granted. Non-credit granting education efforts provide for 1 EADU per 8 hours of instructional contact. These activities should result in a certificate of completion or some other formal means of documentation. |
|
Category 3: Self-Guided Learning |
Self-Guided learning are those engaged by a practitioner independent of any professional facilitation. These may involves research or study. This includes activities such as:
|
|
EADU Guidance: Credit for this category is limited to no more than 10 EADUs in a cycle. 1/2 EADU is provided for each hour spent involved in self-guided learning. |
|
Development of the Profession Category– The development of Enterprise Architecture as a profession is central to the Mission of Zachman International. |
|
|
Category 4: Working as an EA Professional |
You may earn credit for being an active EA practitioner as a part of your company or in a non-compensated (e.g. volunteer) role as a part of providing support to others as an EA. This can include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: Credit for this category is limited to no more than 15 EADUs in a cycle (5 per year). 1 EADU is provided for each hour non-compensated service. (e.g. volunteer) 1 EADU is provided for each 160 hours of compensated service. |
|
|
Category 5: Creating New Knowledge |
You may earn EADUs for creating or supporting the creation of knowledge in the area of Enterprise Architecture. Examples of what this can include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: There is NO LIMIT for this category. 1 EADU is provided for each hour of activity. 3 EADUs are provided for publication of a peer reviewed article. 1 EADU is provided for publication of a non-peer reviewed article. |
|
Consultant Engagement Category– Unique to the Zachman Level 3 certification is the requirement to maintain proficiency-supporting clients in the field of Enterprise Architecture. This category only applies to the Zachman Level 3 for the purposes of maintaining this unique designation in the field of EA. |
|
|
Category 6: External Consultant |
This requirement is unique to Zachman Level 3 certified Zachman consultant. Part of maintaining this certification is having at least 100 hours or more as a paid consultant for EA services. |
|
EADU Guidance: Each 50 hours of paid consultancy provides 2.5 EADUs. Proof of completion may be in the form of a redacted invoice or contract form. Contact Zachman International directly for more information. |
|
The following is guidance on what qualifies for Enterprise Architecture Development Units (EADUs) as part of the Zachman® and FEAC® enterprise architecture certifications. This guidance (published below) is intended to leverage the broad source of education and professional development opportunities you engage in as a professional as an active source of maintaining your certifications. With this refresh we are establishing a six month transition period for those alumni whose certification renewal has lapsed outside of the three year cycle. From 1 Oct to 1 April, Zachman and FEAC graduates may register their EADUs and submit their renewal fee regardless of the lapse in certification. After 1 April, alumni whose certification has lapsed will be required to take an online exam to re-qualify. If you have questions please send them to info [AT] feacinstitute [DOT] org.
FEAC™ has a triennial process for CEA credential renewals, similar to other professional organizations. Your EADU cycle begins on the month of graduation and you should begin filing and recording EA Development Units (EADUs) accruing 20 per year. For example, if you graduated, as a CEA, in April of 2013 your certification is active until April 2016. During this cycle you should be recording EADUs using the online submission form on your profile. In April 2016 you submit a request to renew your certification along with the administrative processing fee.
Remember you need to document 20 EA Development Units per year for a total of 60 in a refreshment period, with member profiles updated, after payment of the CEA Fellow dues.
1) Log into feacinstitute.org
2) Under the menu My Account/My Profile then the EADU Submissions tab, fill out the form with how many EADUs you are claiming, the event for credit and the date. Click the “Green Plus” button to submit multiple EADU entries. These will post to your profile immediately.
3) If you have submitted your 60 hours, and you are actually applying for CEA renewal and are looking to pay your $99 renewal fee, go to the My Account/Certification Renewal menu, click the link and you will be prompted to pay your renewal fee. Your request will be verified and processed by an administrator within 3-4 business days.
Certification as either a Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect or FEAC Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) is an industry-recognized credential. You have worked hard to earn this prestigious milestone and need to adhere to FEAC’s continuing certification program to retain professional achievement. To follow the program, you can participate in a range of professional development activities to earn Enterprise Architecture Development Units (EADUs).
Every credential requires a specific number of EADU in different categories as a part of a three-year certification cycle. If YOU hold a ZCEA (level 1-4) and a CEA (or ACEA) your EADUs count towards both as a part of the triennial certifications.
|
Certification |
EADU in a 3 year cycle |
EADU Requirements per Categories |
|
Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 1 Associate) |
15 (5 EADUs per year) |
Educational- 15 |
|
Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 2 Practitioner) |
30 (10 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
|
Development of the Profession-10 |
||
|
Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 3 Professional) |
45 (15 EADUs per year) |
Educational-30 |
|
Development of the Profession-10 |
||
|
Consultant Engagement-5 |
||
|
Zachman Certified Enterprise Architect (Level 4 Educator) |
60 (20 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
|
Development of the Profession-40 (10 must be in Category 5 creating new knowledge) |
||
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FEAC Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) |
60 (20EADUs per year) |
Educational -40 |
|
Development of the Profession-20 |
||
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FEAC Associate Certified Enterprise Architect (ACEA) |
30 (10 EADUs per year) |
Educational-20 |
|
Development of the Profession-10 |
EADU categories are intended to ensure your continuing professional development is focused on the broad acquisition of knowledge and engagement with the Enterprise Architecture Community. Professional Development activities yield different numbers of EADUs, as illustrated below.
EADUs earned in excess of a single triennial cycle may be applied to the next cycle, but will still incur additional processing for review, acceptance and auditing of your professional development efforts.
The following provides additional detail on the EADU categories and amplifying guidance. Please note that you may be requested to provide documentation if your request for EADU’s is selected for audit. Accepted documentation normally consists of a copy of completion certificates, letter of attendance, registration forms, etc. This documentation is NOT retained beyond any specific audit.
|
Education Category– The acquisition of knowledge is a key element of ensuring growth in the ability to apply EA concepts. The following categories provide examples of the types of education you can receive credit for. |
|
|
Category 1: Zachman/FEAC endorsed courses. |
You can take courses officially provided by Zachman International or its education clearing house FEAC. Courses include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: Zachman/FEAC courses generally provide 2 EADU per Continuing Education Course. Obtaining a second certification in either Zachman or FEAC provides 1.5 EADU for each 8 hours of instructional contact time. |
|
|
Category 2: Continuing Education |
Complete Courses in the following areas. College credit Courses in the areas of:
Or Non-credit granting educational efforts include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: College Credit Courses generally grant 3 EADUs per course completed regardless of number of semesters or quarters granted. Non-credit granting education efforts provide for 1 EADU per 8 hours of instructional contact. These activities should result in a certificate of completion or some other formal means of documentation. |
|
Category 3: Self-Guided Learning |
Self-Guided learning are those engaged by a practitioner independent of any professional facilitation. These may involves research or study. This includes activities such as:
|
|
EADU Guidance: Credit for this category is limited to no more than 10 EADUs in a cycle. 1/2 EADU is provided for each hour spent involved in self-guided learning. |
|
Development of the Profession Category– The development of Enterprise Architecture as a profession is central to the Mission of Zachman International. |
|
|
Category 4: Working as an EA Professional |
You may earn credit for being an active EA practitioner as a part of your company or in a non-compensated (e.g. volunteer) role as a part of providing support to others as an EA. This can include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: Credit for this category is limited to no more than 15 EADUs in a cycle (5 per year). 1 EADU is provided for each hour non-compensated service. (e.g. volunteer) 1 EADU is provided for each 160 hours of compensated service. |
|
|
Category 5: Creating New Knowledge |
You may earn EADUs for creating or supporting the creation of knowledge in the area of Enterprise Architecture. Examples of what this can include:
|
|
EADU Guidance: There is NO LIMIT for this category. 1 EADU is provided for each hour of activity. 3 EADUs are provided for publication of a peer reviewed article. 1 EADU is provided for publication of a non-peer reviewed article. |
|
Consultant Engagement Category– Unique to the Zachman Level 3 certification is the requirement to maintain proficiency-supporting clients in the field of Enterprise Architecture. This category only applies to the Zachman Level 3 for the purposes of maintaining this unique designation in the field of EA. |
|
|
Category 6: External Consultant |
This requirement is unique to Zachman Level 3 certified Zachman consultant. Part of maintaining this certification is having at least 100 hours or more as a paid consultant for EA services. |
|
EADU Guidance: Each 50 hours of paid consultancy provides 2.5 EADUs. Proof of completion may be in the form of a redacted invoice or contract form. Contact Zachman International directly for more information. |
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