Solution Architecture

• Candidates for the role of solution architect
• Developer
• IT Analyst
• Software Specialist (Architect)
• Business and enterprise architect with the need for a broader overview

• Getting to know solution architecture and its context
• Developing a more holistic view of the solution
• Effective solution modeling for better communication
• Practice on a more complex example
• Introduction to the characteristics of a solution architect
• Possibilities to discuss different approaches

• Basic IT Awareness
• Basic awareness of the implementation of requirements
• Desire to learn something new
• Willingness to discuss different approaches

Putting the solution architecture into context

• Change, need, solution, stakeholder, benefit, connection
• Source of changes and solutions: VMOST analysis (motivation for change)
• Types of architectures and their relationships (enterprise, solution, software, integration, data and information...)

Solution proposal

• Getting to know the assignment
• Preparation – big picture
• Finding and choosing a solution
• Deciding on the "right" solution

Solution Architecture Modeling

• Reasons for modeling
• Business solution (ArchiMate, BPMN)
• Application solution (ArchiMate, UML)
• Technological solution (ArchiMate, UML)

What makes a good solution architect

• Characteristics, responsibilities
• Character traits
• Soft skills

Example(s)

• The issue will be demonstrated on a more complex case, which will be elaborated by the participants.