Systems Architecture

Architecture is the foundation of any given system, whether visual or non-visual. A successful Systems Architecture is defined by its ability to perform along the following metrics: usability, configurability, reliability, securability, interoperability, scalability, and maintainability. We work with our clients to prioritize these metrics to ensure the best architecture is deployed to meet their present and future needs.

We specialize in developing Systems Architecture for both new and existing systems. Typically, we employ a "greenfield" approach that leverages best practices garnered from our decades of experience. Additionally, we are experienced in retrofitting or augmenting an existing architecture to meet new business needs. We do this by employing a transformation methodology that unites the complexities of a heterogeneous environment within a single Systems Architecture model.

Ultimately, we work closely with our client to establish the roadmap that delivers the optimum Systems Architecture plan. This roadmap typically involves leveraging Service Orient Architecture (SOA) to lower costs and help the business become more nimble. The roadmap addresses:

  • Organizational change - Creating the culture and organization to support the move to SOA
  • Service lifecycle management - Modeling, assembling, deploying, and managing the service
  • Enforcement - Ensuring the service policies are being followed
  • Quality - Creating an end-to-end process for developing and deploying services
  • Policy - Establishing and managing the rules associated with services
  • Security - Who is allowed to own, access, and update services

Next, we help define and create services that are consistent with the SOA roadmap and aligned with our client's enterprise to ensure:

  • Integration and interoperability
  • Operational control and flexibility
  • Alignment across IT and business roles
  • Consistency within and across lines of business
  • Consumability and adoption of SOA solutions

Our expertise is deep, our methodology is comprehensive and our results endure.