A Business Architect plays an important role in modelling parts of the organisation to define its architecture and link business strategy to implementation.
In a nutshell, business architects work to:
- Define the business architecture by:
- Defining capabilities
- Capturing business information concepts
- Exploring value streams
- Mapping the business units… and more…
- Capture a blueprint of the organisation
- Collaborate in the delivery of business strategy
- Make business improvement recommendations
Business analysts must collaborate with the business architect to help achieve these goals. Understanding the tools and techniques of the business architect will positively impact this relationship, bringing a force for implementing a clear, well-thought-through strategy.
But “Should I become a Business Architect?” I hear you shout!
Well, maybe.
Some business analysts see the business architect role as a promotion, however the business architect and the business analyst just operate at different levels within the organisation. In reality, it is an important collaborative relationship that will vastly reduce the risk of project failure and improve business agility.
So why should I understand the role of the Business Architect?
📣Reason 1: You Can Make a Real Difference
You’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in your organisation, helping the business achieve its strategic goals and objectives and improve the way it operates.
📣Reason 2: Reducing project risk
The frameworks used by a business architect help the business analyst assess and mitigate risks associated and dependencies with proposed change projects.
📣Reason 3: It’s a pivotal relationship
The business analyst/architect relationship enables cross functional collaboration, so all develop an understanding of not only ‘what we do’ and ‘how we do it’, but also ‘why we do it’.
📣Reason 4: Holistic Problem-Solving
Business architects provide a holistic view of the organisation, enabling business analysts to tackle complex business problems more effectively by considering its impact on various parts of the organisation, ensuring a comprehensive solution.
📣Reason 5: It may be a career choice
Business architects are in demand and companies are always looking for talented individuals. Understanding the role and collaborating with the business architects in your organisation will provide a wealth of experience to help your career development.
Business architects serve as a cornerstone for organisational transformation and strategic alignment and business analysts can benefit hugely by working alongside them. As strategies change due to emerging business challenges, organisations will increasingly be looking for those with wider business skills to work on new initiatives.
The BCS Professional Certificate in Business Architecture certification opens up a wealth of new career opportunities, enhances performance and will change your view on how to go about business change.
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