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Architecting the Enterprise sponsors Enterprise Architecture education at the University of Reading
Mike Lambert, Architecting the Enterprise’s CTO, is this term teaching an undergraduate Enterprise Architecture course at the University of Reading to a group of 30 students. Mike’s time in teaching this course is sponsored by Architecting the Enterprise. Judith Jones, CEO of Architecting the Enterprise said “This reflects our commitment to the adoption of the discipline of Enterprise Architecture, broadening the thinking of undergraduate systems engineering students to consider the role of IT in the business”.
The Second Sudoku Challenge - Framework
Out next fun puzzle the world renowned brain game Sudoku. However, instead of using the numbers 1 to 9 we have replaced these with the letters the word Framework.
One winner picked at random from all the correct entries will win a TOGAF book. The competition will end on the 22nd January 2010 and the lucky winner will be announced on the 27th January 2010.
To try the second puzzle please go here: http://www.architecting-the-enterprise.com/puzzle.php
Serge Thorn is elected chair of the TOGAF Localization Standing Committee.
Architecting the Enterprise wishes to congratulate Serge Thorn on his election as the chair of the Localization Standing Committee. We wish him the very best success with his new responsibility.
Serge Thorn has worked in the IT Industry for over 25 years, in a variety of roles, which include; Development and Systems Design, Project Management, Business Analysis, IT Operations, IT Management, IT Strategy, Research and Innovation, IT Governance, Architecture and Service Management (ITIL). He is now the Chief Information Officer at Architecting the Enterprise and has also instructed very successfully on our TOGAF for Practitioner and TOGAF 8 - 9 Bridging courses.
TOGAF 9 Sudoku Challenge
The aim of this fun puzzle is exactly the same as that of the world renowned brain game Sudoku. However, instead of using the numbers 1 to 6 we have replaced these with the letters and number from the word TOGAF9.
One winner picked at random from the correct entries will win a TOGAF book. The competition will end on the 10th January 2010 and the lucky winner will be announced on the 12th January 2010. The next puzzle will be published on the 11th January 2010.
To try the puzzle go here: http://www.architecting-the-enterprise.com/puzzle1.php
New article: Are you a Business Architect or a Business Analyst
A new article entitled "Are you a Business Architect or a Business Analyst?" has been published. This article writed by Serge Thorn, CIO Architecting the Enterprise, attempts to answer the question are you a Business Architect or a Business Analyst?
To read the further go to the article.
Architecting the Enterprise Australia Office celebrates its first year!
The Architecting the Enterprise Australia office is one year old.
In this time, Architecting the Enterprise Australia has enjoyed a year of staggering growth in the number of people who are being TOGAF trained through our established courses. The office has also been at the helm of successfully introducing our TOGAF training courses to Canberra and Perth and has plans to roll out the training to other locations in 2010.
Should you wish to contact the office for more information, please call Jo Hogben in our Sydney office:
Level 9 Avaya House
123 Epping Road
North Ryde NSW 2113
(+612) 8985 7377 (telephone)
(+612) 8985 7318 (fax)
jo.hogben@architecting-the-enterprise.com
Architecting the Enterprise at The Open Group event in Hong Kong 19 - 21 October
Architecting the Enterprise will be exhibiting and presenting at The Open Group event in Hong Kong 19 – 21 October. The themes for this event are:
Practical Implementations of SOA for Enterprise Architects
Plenary theme (Monday)
And
Enterprise Architecture as a Business Enabler
Plenary theme (Tuesday)
Should you be attending the event, we look forward to seeing you at the event. Please do visit our table where we look forward to meeting with you and discussing how we can assist you. While you are there, why not leave your business card for a chance to win a free place at one of our TOGAF for Practitioners 4 day courses.
Architecting the Enterprise is on the move
After continued team expansion over the years, the Architecting the Enterprise HQ has outgrown its office for the last 4 years and has moved to a new home that will accommodate the current team and cater for further growth.
Our new address is:
Architecting the Enterprise
Jupiter House
Mercury Park
Wycombe Lane
Wooburn Green
Buckinghamshire
HP10 0HH
Our main office number +44 (0) 208 1229150 is still the same should you wish to contact us by phone.
Architecting the Enterprise launches new eLearning version of TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9 Bridging Course
As a result of extensive interest and demand Architecting the Enterprise is proud to announce the release of their latest training product, an eLearning version of the TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9 Bridging course. This new course will provide both existing and new customers with an easy way of upgrading their TOGAF 8 certification to version 9. The course will operate in the same way as the existing eLearning course using a combination of mentoring, a CD-ROM, webinars and an electronic workbook in order to prepare students to take the TOGAF 9 L2 Bridge examination.
The main objectives of the training course are:
- To ensure detailed understanding of TOGAF version 9 from a Practitioner’s viewpoint
- To ensure understanding of the changes between TOGAF 8 and TOGAF 9
- To prepare TOGAF 8 Certified practitioners to take the TOGAF 8 to 9 Bridge examination to achieve TOGAF 9 Certification (Level 2)
If you are interested in learning more about this course please click here for a more detailed overview of the course or contact us at.
sales@architecting-the-enterprise.com
Alternatively call our 24 hour Customer Services line on +44 (0) 2081 229 150.
TOGAF 9 Practice test papers now available
Architecting the Enterprise, an accredited TOGAF 9 training provider, is now able to provide TOGAF 9 test papers free of charge to all our students attending our courses and purchase TOGAF 9 exam vouchers.
The test papers have been made available by the Open Group and provide an additional learning resource to students as they prepare to sit the exams.
For TOGAF 9 course dates in your region or to find out more about our e-learning program please visit our website www.architecting-the-enterprise.com or e-mail us on sales@architecting-the-enterprise.com.
Architecting the Enterprise launches its re-vamped Chinese website
As part of Architecting the Enterprises ongoing commitment to provide a service of excellence to its clients and the Enterprise Architecture community as a whole, we are pleased to announce the relaunching of our Chinese language website. The new website provides more information about TOGAF and our services around this EA framework to our clients in China where the use of TOGAF is experiencing significant uptake. TOGAF is the result of the contributions made by the members of The Open Groups Architecture Forum.
Visit the website today: http://www.architecting-the-enterprise.com/zh/.
TOGAF 9 uptake in China - Architecting the Enterprise leads the way
TOGAF, an industry standard architecture framework based on best practice method for developing IT and Enterprise Architecture is seeing significant growth in China. Architecting the Enterprise is proud to be part of this success story.
Proof that Chinese companies recognise Architecting the Enterprise’s expertise in TOGAF is that our recent Beijing TOGAF 9 course was fully attended. The instructor for the course was Judith Jones, who is globally recognised for her promotion of TOGAF. Accompanying her was Linda Yu who was able to give the course a Chinese perspective.
Judith’s presentation “TOGAF Case Study Briefing - A New Era begins….TOGAF Version 9” also received positive comments in the CIO 2009 class from Peking University.
Uptake of TOGAF certification will enable Chinese organizations, EA professionals and practitioners to better align business and IT.
Architecting the Enterprise launches its online bookshop
Architecting the Enterprise is excited to announce, that its long awaited bookshop has gone live. This online facility enables visitors to our website (www.architecting-the-enterprise.com) to purchase books through a secure online facility.
The bookshop provides the following benefits to our valued clients:
- A comprehensive list of books covering:
- Enterprise and IT Architecture including TOGAF, Archimate and SOA.
- Business Management including BPM.
- IT Management including ITIL , ITSM, Six Sigma and ISO2000.
- Project Management including Prince 2.
- Access to white papers.
- Payment options are credit card, PayPal or invoice.
Architecting the Enterprise is committed to being at the forefront of providing the very best service to its clients. Accordingly, we can confirm that this is the first online bookshop provided by a service provider to the Enterprise Architecture community. We trust that you will enjoy the facility and benefit from this service.
To access the bookshop, please visit our bookshop.
Association of Open Group Enterprise Architects (AOGEA) Launches New Blog With Industry Thought Leaders
AOGEA has announced the launch of a new blog. The newly revamped blog will focus on timely topics and trends related to advancing professional excellence within the enterprise architecture community.
Contributors to the blog include industry veterans Mike Walker, principal architect and managing director of enterprise architecture at Microsoft, Andy Ruth, distinguished author and IT architecture consultant, Ben Ponne, president of the Global Enterprise Architecture Organization (GEAO) and the Australasian regional manager for Architecting the Enterprise, Serge Thorne, Chief Information Officer at Architecting the Enterprise, and Len Fehskens, vice president of Skills and Capabilities for The Open Group, all of whom will provide ongoing insight and commentary on industry hot topics.
Architecting the Enterprise welcomes this AOGEA initiative and the opportunity for members of its team contribute to the forum.
To follow the blog please visit https://www.aogea.org/.
In order to find out more about Architecting the Enterprise and the services we provide please visit our website at www.architecting-the-enterprise.com.
Architecting the Enterprise will be at the Open Group Conference in Toronto
Architecting the Enterprise will be a sponsor at the Open Group EA practitioner’s conference in Toronto. This conference runs from the 20th to the 22nd July and will be held at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre located at 525 Bay Street.
The theme for the event is: The Enterprise Architecture Life Cycle - bringing it all together.
TOGAF Version 9 remains THE hot topic of conversation, with many of you asking for more details on various aspects of the program.The good news: most of the I dotting and T crossing is now complete and we can now discuss how it might affect your training plans for 2009 and beyond.
Should you be attending the event please do come over and visit our stand to see how we can assist you in your EA needs. While you are at the stand, feel free to give us your business card for a chance to win one of 2 places on our accredited TOGAF 9 training course.
Architecting the Enterprise exceeds 1,000 TOGAF certifications
On the 26th June 2009 Architecting the Enterprise passed the 1,000 mark for TOGAF 8 certifications in 2009. The majority of these people have also been trained in TOGAF 9 and has successfully passed the in-course workbook. This has earned them the Architecting the Enterprise Gold Award in addition to their TOGAF 8 certification from The Open Group.
With a busy second half of the year ahead, Architecting the Enterprise will be looking to increase on this figure in the next 6 months. This will make us the first TOGAF accredited training provider to exceed 2,000 certifications in a calendar year.
We wish all our students every success in taking their TOGAF 9 exams.
Architecting the Enterprise at PIKOM Technology Leadership Summit in Malaysia
Judith Jones, CEO of Architecting the Enterprise, will be a key note speaker on the topic of “Enterprise Architecture – Secrets, Challenges & Strategies”. This presentation will feature the benefits of adopting Enterprise Architecture standards such as TOGAF 9. It will facilitate knowledge, experience and an improvement in performance delivered by good Enterprise Architecture.
The Technology Leadership Summit is organised by PIKOM, The National ICT Association of Malaysia. The event will be held in the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, on 20th– 21st July 2009. It will bring together industry leaders, thought gurus, analysts, government decision makers, academia and IT users from across Malaysia.
Come and visit us at the event. You will find Architecting the Enterprise representatives at the exhibition floor at booth No. 24.
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:
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.
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
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.