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Enterprise Architecture Governance Collection

The “Enterprise Architecture Governance” category in the CIO Reference Library is a collection of articles and documents that provide insights into the importance of Enterprise Architecture (EA) governance and best practices for developing effective EA governance frameworks. This category is designed for IT executives and other business leaders seeking to better understand how to govern their EA initiatives and achieve better alignment between IT and business goals.

The articles and documents in this category cover a wide range of topics related to EA governance, such as:

  • The importance of EA governance: This includes articles that explore the importance of EA governance in achieving better alignment between IT and business goals, improving decision-making, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Best practices for EA governance: This includes articles that guide developing effective EA governance frameworks, such as establishing roles and responsibilities, defining decision-making processes, and implementing performance metrics.
  • EA governance and IT service management: This includes articles that explore the relationship between EA governance and IT service management (ITSM) and how the two can be integrated to achieve better outcomes.
  • EA governance and digital transformation: This includes articles exploring how EA governance can support digital transformation initiatives, such as cloud migration and adopting emerging technologies.
  • EA governance case studies include articles and documents that provide real-world examples of successful EA governance frameworks within organizations across various industries and sectors.

Overall, the “Enterprise Architecture Governance” category is a valuable resource for IT executives and other business leaders seeking to develop effective EA governance frameworks that align with their business goals and objectives. The resources in this category provide insights into the importance of EA governance, guidance on developing effective frameworks, and real-world examples of successful initiatives. By implementing effective EA governance frameworks, organizations can achieve better alignment between IT and business goals, improve decision-making, and achieve better outcomes.

How To Create An Effective Enterprise Architecture Project Charter
A comprehensive guide on the fundamentals of an Enterprise Architecture Project Charter, its key components, how to create one, and its impact on project success.
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Sample: Enterprise Architecture Standards

An example of setting enterprise architecture standards to facilitate interoperability. Standardize enterprise architecture for better decision-making. Navigate IT challenges with this enterprise standards example.

Creating an Enterprise Architecture Capability

This presentation discusses the creation of an enterprise architecture capability in the enterprise. Excellent discussion for the CIO who wants to maximize the value of enterprise architecture in their organization. (100+ pages)

Enterprise Architecture in IT Governance

What role does enterprise architecture play in IT Governance? How do the roles and responsibilities in enterprise architecture connect with those in IT Governance? This

An Integrated IT Governance Framework

This paper presents an integrated IT Governance framework that aligns critical concepts of enterprise architecture with those of IT service management. The author argues that

Enterprise Architecture Governance

Does enterprise architecture support business IT alignment? How? The author contends that enterprise architecture governance – using an enterprise architecture board, and enterprise architecture principles etc. – can enable business and IT alignment so it must be pursued with vigor. 

Sample: Defining Enterprise Architecture Principles

Explore this detailed sample, demonstrating how enterprise architecture principles can be harnessed to align IT with business strategies, guide IT investments, and drive digital transformation effectively.