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What is data architecture? A framework to manage data

CIO

Data architecture definition Data architecture describes the structure of an organizations logical and physical data assets, and data management resources, according to The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF). An organizations data architecture is the purview of data architects. Optimize data flows for agility.

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Agentic AI design: An architectural case study

CIO

A company that adopts agentic AI will gain competitive advantages in innovation, efficiency and responsiveness and may become more agile in operations. Stephen Kaufman serves as a chief architect in the Microsoft Customer Success Unit Office of the CTO focusing on AI and cloud computing.

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Building a better future: The enterprise architect’s role in leading organizational transformation

CIO

With C-suite leaders under increasing pressure to align technology with strategic objectives, many experience that roles — whether CEO, CFO or even CTO — lack the deep technical insight needed to bridge the gap between business and technology. The CTO and CIO handle IT management and technological innovation.

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How today’s enterprise architect juggles strategy, tech and innovation

CIO

Jenga builder: Enterprise architects piece together both reusable and replaceable components and solutions enabling responsive (adaptable, resilient) architectures that accelerate time-to-market without disrupting other components or the architecture overall (e.g. compromising quality, structure, integrity, goals).

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Rethinking enterprise architects’ roles for agile transformation

CIO

CIOs often have a love-hate relationship with enterprise architecture. Moreover, undertaking digital transformation and technology modernization programs without an architect can lead to delays, technical debt , higher costs, and security vulnerabilities.

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A blueprint for successfully executing business-aligned IT strategies

CIO

This practical understanding of technology enables businesses to make informed decisions, balancing the potential benefits of innovation with the realities of implementation and scalability. Adopting agile methodologies for flexibility and adaptation The Greek philosopher Heraclitus famously stated, “Change is the only constant.”

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Trade routes of the digital age: How data gravity shapes cloud strategy

CIO

However, as companies expand their operations and adopt multi-cloud architectures, they are faced with an invisible but powerful challenge: Data gravity. Instead of fighting against data gravity, organizations should design architectures that leverage their strengths while mitigating their risks.

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