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The Open Group Unveils TOGAF Customizer a Web-based Tool for TOGAF 9

One of the key benefits of TOGAF is that it has been developed with customisation in mind. As a result, organizations are able to adapt the framework to suite their needs. Mike Turner from Capgemini, the company that donated the underlying IP for this tool, notes that TOGAF Customizer™ allows an organization to accelerate and enhance its TOGAF adoption by publishing the content that is right for them.

Based on the Eclipse Process Framework (EPF), an open source project that is managed by the Eclipse Foundation, the TOGAF Customizer™ contains all the content of TOGAF 9 in a structured and editable form, including guidelines, concepts, and checklists, as well as detailed work breakdown structures for the framework’s new and improved Architecture Development Method (ADM). With the new tool, users can more easily and quickly align their Enterprise Architecture practices with TOGAF 9 and create organization-specific versions of the standard that represent the concerns of their unique business and technology environments. In addition, the new tool makes it much easier for Enterprise Architects to integrate TOGAF with other common EA frameworks, such as Zachman, FEAF and DoDAF.

Key features and benefits for users of the TOGAF Customizer™:

• Specific constructs for tasks and steps enable processes to be formally defined with related content, such as inputs, outputs, roles and responsibilities
• Supporting Editor allows users to make changes to the standard TOGAF framework content and tailor it to their specific organizational context
• Underlying Content Management System supports group collaboration, editing and versioning
• Plug-in architecture allows new content packages, including document templates, to be created and linked to TOGAF

Architecting the Enterprise, the leading global provider of TOGAF training, welcomes the release of this tool and will incorporate it in our service offerings. For further details on these services please contact us on sales@architecting-the-enterprise.com.

Over 10,000 Practitioners now TOGAF 8 Certified

The number of practitioners who have seen the value of TOGAF and have become certified in TOGAF 8 has reached 10,025. This is in keeping with the prediction that this figure would be reached by June 2009.

It took 3 years to reach the first 1,000 TOGAF Certified Practitioners milestone and then a further 3 years achieve 10,000 certified architects.

TOGAF 9 was launched in February. Since then, Architecting the Enterprise has trained over 650 practitioners in this new standard. These will soon join the ranks of the 200 plus practitioners who have become TOGAF 9 certified.

TOGAF Version 9 (“TOGAF 9” for short) is a detailed method and set of supporting resources for developing an Enterprise Architecture. Developed and endorsed by the membership of The Open Group’s Architecture Forum, TOGAF 9 represents an industry consensus framework and method for Enterprise Architecture that is available for use internally by any organization around the world - members and non-members of The Open Group alike - subject to license conditions.

As a comprehensive, open method for Enterprise Architecture, TOGAF 9 complements, and can be used in conjunction with, other frameworks that are more focused on specific aspects of architecture or for vertical sectors such as Government, Defense, and Finance.

Architecture Capability Maturity Assessments from Architecting the Enterprise

How capable is your Enterprise Architecture in delivering your business requirements?

Does your Enterprise Architecture map onto your business strategy?

Does your outsourcer deliver?

Have you taken on a new Enterprise Architecture team and/or need to assess the capability and maturity of the Enterprise Architecture in the organisation?

Is your Enterprise Architecture ready for TOGAF 9?

The value of conducting an assessment of your organisation’s Enterprise Architecture.

• Architecture Capability Maturity Assessments evaluate the effectiveness of the investment your organisation has already made in Enterprise Architecture.
• Helps your organisation develop highly effective Enterprise Architecture from any starting position, ensuring that all key areas are integrated.
• Deliver key architecture projects allowing you to fully utilise Enterprise Architecture.
• Establish better governance through prioritised focus and delivery.
• Model the return on investment that Enterprise Architecture delivers your organisation.
• Good Enterprise Architecture develops effective change management, maximises re-use of data, identifies and corrects inefficiencies with compliance to governance and best practice.
• Our approach involves all stakeholders and ensures that the focus for improvement is in-line with your key business drivers to deliver real and measurable business benefits.
• These benefits provide a powerful message to your investors and customers that your organisation is based on sound practice and governance

Architecting the Enterprise’s "Architecture Capability Maturity Assessment" is modular and designed for maximum flexibility for organisations, from full targeting to a simple spot-check. All our assessments follow established industry best practices and established frameworks, are unbiased and vender neutral giving a comprehensive view of the return you are getting on your investment. Architecting the Enterprise believes that today and tomorrow’s organisation requires skills and attitude that traditionally were not essential in organisations. Organisations are undergoing tremendous change and we believe that Architecture Capability Maturity Assessments will help promote successful Enterprise Architecture within your organisation.

For enquiries please email: ACMA@architecting-the-enterprise.com or call us directly on 0208 1229150. One of our consultants will call your organisation to discuss your requirements for delivering an Architecture Capability Maturity Assessment.

Architecting the Enterprise TOGAF 9 training off to a good start

Architecting the Enterprise is proud of the fact that we have trained 432 practitioners in TOGAF Version 9 since its launch in February 2009.

TOGAF Version 9 (“TOGAF 9” for short) is a detailed method and set of supporting resources for developing an Enterprise Architecture. Developed and endorsed by the membership of The Open Group’s Architecture Forum, TOGAF 9 represents an industry consensus framework and method for Enterprise Architecture that is available for use internally by any organization around the world - members and non-members of The Open Group alike - subject to license conditions.

As a comprehensive, open method for Enterprise Architecture, TOGAF 9 complements, and can be used in conjunction with, other frameworks that are more focused on specific aspects of architecture or for vertical sectors such as Government, Defense, and Finance.

For information about out our TOGAF version 9 training courses in your region please visit our training section.

New Enterprise Architecture Resources Section

Architecting the Enterprise has just launched our new Enterprise Architecture Resources section. This section will contain resources that we believe the EA community will find helpful.

We trust that you will benefit from this page and would encourage you to revisit the section on a regular basis to view new resources that will be uploaded.

Ben Ponne has joined Architecting the Enterprise.

Ben will be based in New Zealand and said  “It is a pleasure to work with Architecting the Enterprise on its further expansion in the Asia Pacific region.”

Ben Ponne is an executive level leader with over 20 years international experience in helping clients strengthen their competitive position. He successfully led various local and international engagements, with many commercial and governmental enterprises, primarily addressing business strategy, business transformation, and enterprise architecture.

Ben Ponne said “It is great to join the global market leader in TOGAF training and services. Architecting the Enterprise is a successful differentiator in the international market for high quality and fully certified training and services.”

See Bens profile.

BizzDesign new Partner

Architecting the Enterprise is pleased to announce that we have a new partner in the Netherlands. Bizzdesign www.bizzdesign.nl is a spin-off company from the Telematica Instituut.

Bizzdesign will be promoting Architecting the Enterprise TOGAF training alongside with its core products. More details to follow.

Look for the TOGAF Accredited Training logo!

TOGAF Version 9 Training - TOGAF Accredited Training logo guarantees quality of training

• The course meets the syllabus for TOGAF Version 9 certification examinations
• The course meets all you need to know about TOGAF Version 9
• All trainers are TOGAF Version 9 Level 2 Certified
• All trainers are experienced trainers with proven competence
• The training organisation has accredited quality procedures and has implemented a feedback-based continuous improvement program

Look for an Accredited TOGAF Training Provider who displays the Accredited Training Course logo.

• Accredited TOGAF Training Providers have invested time and resource in the development of high quality training materials, trainers and processes.
• Accredited TOGAF Training Providers have been assessed and accredited by The Open Group.
• Accredited TOGAF Training Providers are subject to periodic audit by The Open Group.
• Check your trainer has a commercial licence issued by The Open Group.

 

Over 5000 architects certified by Architecting the Enterprise

Architecting the Enterprise is proud to have now certified over 5000 Enterprise Architects in TOGAF 8. The interest in TOGAF continues to grow with the launch of TOGAF Version 9.

Architecting the Enterprise has now extended the range of courses to meet the growing demand for TOGAF training. NEW courses address TOGAF 8 and TOGAF Version 9 training, bridging 8 to 9 and now eLearning.

AIPEX - New partner in Australia

Architecting the Enterprise is pleased to announce a new partner in Australia. AIPEX consulting based in Melbourne Australia is now providing TOGAF training and certification through Architecting the Enterprise.

Trevor Townsend of AIPEX said “We are pleased to announce the signing of a new reseller agreement with leading global Training and Consultancy Services organisation, Architecting the Enterprise which specialises in Enterprise and IT Architecture based on TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework.” AIPEX will be sponsoring the upcoming TOGAF Version 9 training and certification courses which will be held on the following dates:

• Melbourne: May 5th - May 8th
• Sydney: June 16th - June 19th

More information at http://www.aipex.com.au/html/News.php?ItemID=Aipex_ATE

Survey shows TOGAF driving business change strategy

TOGAF has become the framework of choice among enterprise architects, with around a third of organisations now favouring the standard processes it describes for creating architectures and driving coordinated change.

Read more.

From: CBROnline

Red Nose Day 2009

Architecting the Enterprise UK offices and our TOGAF training courses in London took part in Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day, Comic Relief is a British Charity organisation, and Red Nose Day is the main way Comic Relief raises money.

Numerous staff members, delegates and associates were seen in meetings and on training courses wearing the stylish red noses. In additional staff in our head office baked cakes and sold them to local businesses.

We managed to raise over £222.04 for Comic Relief’s good causes.

 

Integration Consortium working closely with Architecting the Enterprise

Architecting the Enterprise is an active member of the Integration Consortium and has been training a number of members of the Integration Consortium Group in TOGAF 8.

We are now rolling out TOGAF 9 training and TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9 bridging training.

Serge Thorn, CIO of Architecting the Enterprise, is now writing a regular column for the Integration Consortium on what is happening in Enterprise Architecture and TOGAF developments.

Check out our regular TOGAF 9 articles and features at the Integrated Consortium here http://www.integrationconsortium.org/?page=TOGAF9.

TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9 Bridging Course NOW AVAILABLE

Architecting the Enterprise have now launched TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9 Bridging Course.

Rolling out in UK then to rest of world over the next few weeks. To view courses click here

The objectives of the training course are

• To ensure detailed understanding of TOGAF version 9 from a Practitioner’s viewpoint
• To ensure understanding of the Certification standard for TOGAF 8 to TOGAF version 9 Bridge plus Learning Outcomes for TOGAF version 9 Level 2
• To enable TOGAF 8 Certified practitioners to undertake the TOGAF 8 to TOGAF version 9 Bridge examination to achieve full TOGAF version 9 Certification

The TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9 Bridging Course covers all that is needed to take “Bridge Exam”, which gets a TOGAF 9 Level 2 Certification.

This recognizes the work Architects have already done to get and maintain their TOGAF 8 Certification.

The course covers the new features introduced in TOGAF version 9 below and summarize the underlying framework of TOGAF carried forward from TOGAF 8:

• Architecture Partitioning
• Content Framework and Meta Model
• Capability Based Planning
• Business Transformation Readiness
• Using TOGAF to develop Security Architectures
• Architecture Repository
• Using TOGAF to develop SOAs
• Stakeholder Management

More details

Sixteen Architecting the Enterprise staff achieve TOGAF 9 certification!

Sixteen Architecting the Enterprise staff and consultants were some of the first to achieve the new TOGAF 9 certification.

This was achieved by undertaking Architecting the Enterprise training and taking The Open Group TOGAF 9 exam.

Well done to all the staff and consultants. Very soon Architecting the Enterprise hopes to be delivering more new courses as well as training courses for bridging from TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9.

Architecting the Enterprise recertifies existing courses

Architecting the Enterprise is continuing to support clients with investments in TOGAF 7 and TOGAF 8. Our existing courses have been recertified this month to enable clients who have made long term commitments working with TOGAF 7 and TOGAF 8.

Judith Jones CEO of Architecting the Enterprise said “Our clients are very important to us and it’s critical that the investment they have made in earlier versions of TOGAF is protected. We have recertified all our earlier courses to be able to care for and support our customers‘ needs fully”.

For more information on TOGAF 7 and TOGAF 8.

Spotlight on Judith Jones CEO Architecting the Enterprise by The Open Group

The latest Open Group member spotlight focuses on Judith Jones who is CEO of Architecting the Enterprise which has been a member of The Open Group for 6 years. Judith’s personal association has been for much longer. Click here to be taken to article.

New CIO at Architecting the Enterprise

Serge Thorn has joined Architecting the Enterprise in the role of CIO. Serge commented "I joined the company because Architecting the Enterprise is known around the world for its expertise in Enterprise Architecture and TOGAF. I wanted to work for the best and the company is renowned for the standards they set in training and consulting. Click here for more information on the press release

TOGAF(TM) Version 9 News update from the Open Group

The press release announcement detailing the launch event is at http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/12-17-2008/0004943440&EDATE=

In short:
TOGAF(TM) Version 9 to Debut at 21st Enterprise Architecture Practitioners Conference San Diego.

The Enterprise Architecture Practitioners Conference will feature the formal launch of TOGAF version 9, the popular enterprise architecture framework, on Monday, February 2nd. TOGAF 9 introduces significant enhancements to the previous version of the standard, which will be showcased in detail by some of the top TOGAF experts and trainers in the world.

Roger Cutts has joined Architecting the Enterprise

Roger Cutts has joined Architecting the Enterprise on a permanent basis in the role of Principal Architect.

Roger is a leading proponent of the ideas of Enterprise Architecture, initially described by John Zachman in the 1980s, and is now convinced that TOGAF is the world leading methodology for Enterprise Architecture.

For the last 2 years he has been running Training Course and Consultancy assignments for Architecting the Enterprise. Roger has over 30 years experience in IT and Telecoms industries covering all aspects of the project lifecycle from Requirements through to Deployment. For several years he worked in the capacity of Global IT Architect for a major global telecommunications provider, using methods in the workplace which were developed in parallel with his work in the TM Forum. During his TMF work he contributed to the TM Forum Architectures, particularly the Business Process Framework (eTOM), Shared Information Framework (SID) and Telecoms Applications Framework (TAM). These methods include developing a high level functional architecture, creating an application map and using those deliverables to develop a long term strategy and architecture for an organisation.

Over the next few years Roger would like to see the continued growth of Enterprise Architecture using TOGAF throughout all industries and to show how the adoption of Enterprise Architecture creates real value for large organisations.

Architecting the Enterprise new courses in Pretoria South Africa

Architecting the Enterprise carried out TOGAF 8.1 Training course in Pretoria South Africa in December 2008. We have found a growing number of delegates from South Africa attending our courses. Due to popular demand we are adding more courses over the coming months. See our South Africa pages for additional course details.

Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

Architecting the Enterprise opens office in Sydney Australia

Architecting the Enterprise has run numerous TOGAF Training courses in Australia over the past 18 months. To meet the increased demand in Australia and New Zealand office has now been opened in Sydney. Jo Hogben has been appointed to manage the offices and work with our Australian and Asian clients. Judith Jones CEO said "We are pleased to have local offices in this important market and look forward to offering clients in Australia, New Zealand and Asia additional TOGAF courses in 2009." Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

See our Australian and New Zealand course page for course details.

Architecting the Enterprise new courses in Wellington

Architecting the Enterprise carried out a TOGAF 8 Training course in Wellington New Zealand in December 2008. We have found a growing number of delegates from Australia and New Zealand attending our courses. Due to popular demand we are adding more courses over the coming months.

Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

See our Australia and New Zealand pages for additional course details.

Architecting the Enterprise new courses in Beijing

Architecting the Enterprise carried out our first ever Public TOGAF Training course in Beijing, China in November 2008. We have found a growing number of delegates from Asia attending our courses. Due to popular demand we are adding more courses in Asia over the coming months.

Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

See our South East Asia pages for additional course details.

Architecting the Enterprise TOGAF course hit by Hurricane Ike

The Houston Architecting the Enterprise TOGAF course was sharply curtailed in mid course by Hurricane Ike which devastated the gulf region - the hurricane forced the course to be cancelled.

Within a week alternative plans were in place and the delegates were able to complete TOGAF certification using a bespoke Architecting the Enterprise webinar.

Architecting the Enterprise attended Egov Washington DC September 2008

Architecting the Enterprise recently attended Egov 2008 in Washington DC. Feedback from those who attended the event has been exceptional. We have been told by many that attended the event that TOGAF is something they want to introduce and overlay onto FEA and DODAF.

Architecting the Enterprise is making two whitepapers available following the event. To download the free whitepapers see below:

Download FEA and TOGAF whitepaper
Download DODAF and TOGAF whitepaper

Architecting the Enterprise keynote Speaker at the 3rd Annual Enterprise Architecture Summit 2008 in Singapore

We are delighted to announce that Architecting the Enterprise will be attending the 3rd Annual Enterprise Architecture Summit 2008 in Singapore 29th September - 3rd October 2008.

Judith Jones, CEO of Architecting the Enterprise, is a keynote speaker on “What is the value of a mature Enterprise Architecture?” and will commence on the second day of the summit, 30th September 2008, at 09:10 am.

We look forward to meeting you at the 3rd Annual Enterprise Architecture Summit. For further information on this event please visit http://www.flip-side.biz/eEAhome.htm

Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

Architecting the Enterprise keynote Speaker at the 6th Annual Enterprise Architecture Conference in Sydney

Architecting the Enterprise is keynote speaker at The 6th Annual Enterprise Architecture Conference in Sydney 1st - 5th September 2008. Judith Jones, CEO of Architecting the Enterprise, will be leading a number of conference sessions and a one day workshop on Enterprise Architecture and TOGAF.

For further information see here: http://www.btell.com/content/pdfs/EAC2008brochure.pdf

Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

Architecting the Enterprise expands to Milan with TOGAF certification training

Architecting the Enterprise is now offering TOGAF 8.1 Training course in Milan. We have found a growing number of Italian delegates are attending our courses across Europe. This is the first time we have delivered courses in Milan. Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

See our Europe Public course page for additional course details.

Architecting the Enterprise expands in Canada with TOGAF certification training in Ottawa and Calgary.

Architecting the Enterprise is carrying out TOGAF 8.1 Training course in Calgary in August 2008. We have found a growing number of delegates from Canada attending our courses. Due to popular demand we are adding more courses in Canada with Ottawa and Calgary courses over the coming months.

Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

See our USA and Canada Public course page for additional course details.

Architecting the Enterprise expands in Scandinavia with TOGAF certification training in Stockholm

Architecting The Enterprise is carrying out the first ever TOGAF 8.1 Training course in Stockholm in August 2008. We have found a growing number of delegates from Scanavia attending our London and European courses. This is the first time we have travelled to Stockholm. Architecting the Enterprise continue to lead globally in TOGAF training and consultancy.

See our Europe Public course page for additional course details.

CEO and two Architecting the Enterprise consultants win TOGAF 9 Awards

At the 19th Architecture Practitioners Conference in Chicago, IL Architecting the Enterprise was recognized this week for its contribution to TOGAF 9 development.

Simon Dalziel, Chris Blake and Judith Jones were all applauded for their outstanding contributions to the development of TOGAF 9.

Each received an inscribed plaque to commemorate their award, which was presented at The Open Group’s dinner cruise on Lake Michigan, Wednesday evening.

Architecting the Enterprise is sponsoring the 19th Open Group Enterprise Architecture Practitioners Conference Chicago

Architecting the Enterprise is sponsoring the 19th Open Group Enterprise Architecture Practitioners Conference Chicago - July 21-23, 2008. Architecting the Enterprise is a gold member of The Open Group, and is proud to be part of this conference.

Architecting the Enterprise provide training and consultancy in Enterprise Architecture and are proud to have trained and certified over 60% of all current TOGAF practitioners. Our goal is to continue to develop this community and to provide leadership in Enterprise Architecture methods and standards.

How we help the leading Architects and companies with training. Our current training services include:

• TOGAF certification
• Enterprise Architecture awareness training
• Enterprise Architecture master classes.

200 plus certifications in April 2008 - a world record!!

Architecting the Enterprise is delighted to announce that in the financial month of April 2008, 227 students were TOGAF 8 certified through our training courses. This is a record achievement and shows the growth in interest in TOGAF training and certification globally.

Judith Jones CEO of Architecting the Enterprise said "We wish to thank all our clients for helping us achieve this record number. We are seeing a major uptake of TOGAF by the leading organisations worldwide and recognition of the value that TOGAF standards bring to business leadership and management. We wish all our clients every success in developing their TOGAF based Enterprise Architectures."

Architecting the Enterprise enters Russia with TOGAF certification training

Architecting The Enterprise carried out the first ever TOGAF 8.1 Training course in Moscow on 15/02/2008, resulting in 16 Delegates obtaining Certification. We have found a growing number of delegates from Russia attending our London and European courses, but this is the first time we have travelled to them. Architecting the Enterprise are planning further public course events in Moscow in April, June and September, later this year.

TOGAF Pocket Guide available for all delegates on all Public and Private TOGAF courses

Architecting the Enterprise are extremely pleased to launch a special edition of The Open Group’s Pocket Guide to TOGAF Version 8.1.1 Enterprise Edition (RRP 21.00 USD) for all students on our Private and Public TOGAF courses. The pocket guide is a simplified version of the TOGAF specification and is useful as a quick reference for everyone involved in TOGAF based projects.

Contents include:

• A high-level view of TOGAF, enterprise architecture, and the contents of TOGAF.
• An introduction to the Architecture Development Method (ADM), the method that TOGAF provides to develop enterprise architectures.
• An overview of the key processes and deliverables of the ADM cycle.
• An introduction to the Enterprise Continuum, a high-level concept that can be used with the ADM to develop an enterprise architecture.
• An introduction to the TOGAF Resource Base, a set of resources, guidelines, processes, checklists, templates, and background information provided for architects to use during an application of the ADM.
• Guidelines for developing a business scenario.
• A Foreword from Judith Jones, Chief Executive Officer, of Architecting the Enterprise.

New company brochure

Architecting the Enterprise have produced a new interactive company brochure which is now available to view online or to download from here.

TOGAF certification expands further into Eastern Europe

Architecting the Enterprise are proud to announce a new public course in Eastern Europe - Vilnius, Lithuania. The course is scheduled for 25th - 28th February 2008. There has been a growing demand in Eastern Europe, and through our Architecting the Enterprise offices in Poland, we are delighted that we are able to offer more regions for TOGAF certification. We advise to book soon as demand is high.

See our Europe Public course page for additional course details.

Architecting the Enterprise becomes a member of the TM Forum

"The TM Forum is very pleased to welcome Architecting the Enterprise as a member. With their expertise in TOGAF products & services and Enterprise Architecture solutions, we feel they will make a positive contribution to the work of the TM Forum and our industry." - Aileen Smith, Chief Operating Officer, TM Forum.

TOGAF certification to be held in Hungary

Architecting the Enterprise are proud to announce a new public course location, this time in Hungary. This is in addition to our current Eastern European dates, where demand for TOGAF is growing at an exciting pace. The course will be held in the capital Budapest on the 4th - 7th December 2007 in the stunning EMKE Building.

Please see our Europe Public course page for further course details.

TOGAF heads to the Nordic region

Architecting the Enterprise are delighted to announce a new public course location in the Nordic region. Our first course will be in Copenhagen on the 20th - 23rd of November 2007. This course will be the first of many Nordic region courses that we are planning to run.

TOGAF certification comes to Manchester, UK!

Due to an increase in national demand, Architecting the Enterprise launched its first public certification course in Manchester, United Kingdom from the 9th - 12th of October.

The response to this course has been overwhelming and the next course in this location will be scheduled for December.

Manchester is the latest location on our growing list of major cities, around the world, where we provide TOGAF consultancy and training. Please see our Europe Public course page for further details.