Architecture maps involve determining how well to pattern a system and how elements identify and interact with each other , how information is communicated and how well components of a system can develop Interdependently (Bocij et al,2006).also Rainer and Casey (2010,p.11) adds that “An organization’s information technology architecture is a high level map or plan of the information assets of an organization, it’s both a guide for current operations and a blueprint for future decisions.”Architecture is a tool for reviewing the overall position of the current organization technology system and develop a vision where the organization wants or needs to head for in the future (Bocij et al , 2008).Architecture can be quite beneficial to an organization in information purposes as Morville and Rosenfeld (2006,p.89) state that “An architecture map is used to catalogue, understand, organize and navigate the information resource.” The map defines what information is available and to a fair extent what is not, The map may involve explanation of why certain information is needed or not, what value the information adds, its user and how it’s used (Evernden, 2003).The importance of developing systems architecture is to determine high level structures for understanding specific types of systems, their subsystems and their collaboration with related systems (Bocij et al, 2008).An architecture is not only a blue print for designing one system but however a base for designing a range of systems overtime, and for the analysis and comparison of these systems altogether. By illuminating the shared components of diverse systems at the right level, the architecture map promotes the design and implementation of compositions and subsystems that are r...
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...e cloud computing is a good way to save important information rather than physical and enables extra space in the architecture for other elements, Also micro housing to save space (Bodart and Evrard, 2012). Additionally, in order for the organization to improve environmental sustainability should focus more on product longevity including upgradability and modularity for instance making a new PC is a bigger ecological foot-mark than producing a new ram to upgrade the existing PC (Hilty,2008). The organization should focus more on using environmentally friendly material or recyclable material to avoid disposing and dumping that harm the environment, Further more an organization should follow the different standards for proper architecture development e.g Bristish Standards (Chaffey,2005).
They are also tools that can improve architecture as shown in the figures below,
One methodology that may assist here is business architecture, a blueprint of the business that supports aligning strategic objectives and tactical demands. 7.
Stage 3 involves creating an Architectural Model version of the whole system including sub systems. A Viewpoint Hierarchy shows a skeleton version of the system which can be ins...
For instance, in circumstances where there is high uncertainty in the project management such as rapidly changing requirements, the new technology and the business model and interoperability across a complex network of the suppliers as well as the needed customers, it is vital to use the architectural tools. The work of the architectural tools is to capture, organize, and link the complex information about the organization and the supporting technology (Hass, 2009). Besides, they aid in guiding decision-making and monitoring design decision implementation and success. Additionally, the architectural tools institutionalize the standards that facilitate communication, having a common language and reference besides common work products and data. If the Copham project wants to design a complex system, they need to create the architectural views to capture the information about the operations, business systems, as well as technologies with the documented relationships between the views.
Even though cloud computing is still an emerging technology there are many benefits to our organization by adopting this technology. For instance, the reduction of operational cost, the ability to access data from any network and device, and the ability to upgrade and downgrade with ease whenever needed. Looking at the statistical data from companies that have adopted this technology, I think Partners in Heath should adopt Cloud computing. It think it is the perfect technology to solve our financial problems, as well as adding several benefits mentioned earlier.
5. effective global workforce. Cloud computing can be bring out with variety of data centers around the world, make sure that services are close to users. Provide better performance and appropriate
Information Technology, One option is to increase the flow of information and the ability to process it. An alternative is to reduce the need for information by creating self-contained units, adding slack resources or using information technology. Challenges of Global Organization, Numerous cross-cultural forces create structural design challenges and
...Implementation of cloud systems can be implemented in stages with costs that coincide with usage. The ROI outweighs the issues or problems that could occur. Cloud computing gives a competitive advantage of being able to keep up with changes in technology without having the cost involved. Amazons cloud computing allowed companies like Ericsson to remain competitive and thrive.
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Williams, (1997) identified four steps to system planning. Earl (1989) proposed five alternate strategy frameworks which project managers should consider when deciding how the system will enhance the business function. Standard business strategy methods are used to identify such opportunities by using: value chains, application searching and information analysis (Earl 1989).
When every IT professional starts their journey into the IT Sector, they are bound to come across social issues which will have to be dealt with professionally. One important Issue is being green in Information Technology. The earth’s resources are continuously becoming scarce whilst the demand for them increases sharply. Every IT professional should understand that power consumption does not cover the whole green IT spectrum. Recycling dangerous electronic waste, optimising/virtualising servers to distribute workloads, having a long term green policy, reducing your workplace carbon foot print such as the paperless desk and an efficient data centre-business continuity model; these are a few examples of issues that professional must consider as these issues all occur in the green IT world.
Without doubt the XXI century has changed our priorities, especially when it comes to the way we do business. Popular sustainable business models, as advertised in the media, have evolved into much more than a moral obligation or an external requirement to generate money. Essentially, are forcing companies to reinvent the systems and approaches with which they generate value and profitability to the company.
Understanding the structure of an organization plays a vital role in laying the blueprint for how a company will be managed and organized. It provides a well-defined framework that outlines the roles and responsibilities of each employee in a particular company. It shows how each employee interacts and works one another in achieving the goals of a company. In other words, organizational structure is a reflection of the working relationships that govern the workflow of the company. It has a profound effect on a company’s structural dimensions, which includes formalization, specialization, hierarchy and centralization.
In modern days, organizational architecture plays a key role in order to allow companies to get success in the market. Organizational architecture, also known as organizational structure, defines as a structure that where the specific company whether works roles, decision making or responsibility are centralized, delegated or coordinated. The organizational structure also identify how the information from level to level within the company. IKEA is one of the international famous firms that designs and produces home furniture such as bed frames and desks. The company also is the leader in retailing furniture and has become the largest furniture retailer over the globe. Therefore the structure of a company is an important factor to achieve a rapidly growth. This paper aimed to describe the IKEA’s organizational architecture and provide analysis that whether any recommendations or changes have to make based on current information.
An effective e-business architecture should be built after a careful analysis of the way a company does business, for implementing an appropriate architecture is a way to make businesses overall more efficient. When developing an e-business architecture, a company must first take into consideration its current business structure or how they would like this structure to be if it's a new business, and from that point develop an architecture that will take the business to a next level of organization and management.
In conclusion, enterprise architecture helps companies or business organizations become effective with the use of information technology. Enterprise architecture is a form of strategic planning to help business companies deal with the changing business environment where dependence on information technology is unavoidable. META Group through its MDA enterprise architecture has been able to handle the pressure and help other companies in their business dealings with information technological advancements.