Architecture Management
Maturity Measures
Documentation
1
No formal architecture documentation; ad-hoc architectural decisions.
2
Basic documentation of key architectural frameworks and standards.
3
Comprehensive documentation covering all architectural assets and their relationships.
4
Dynamic documentation, regularly updated with architectural changes and feedback.
5
Real-time, adaptive documentation integrated with business and technology changes.
Tools and Automation
1
Manual tracking and management of architectural components.
2
Basic tools for documenting and visualizing architectures.
3
Integrated tools for architecture modeling, analysis, and management.
4
Advanced tools with features for automated compliance checking and optimization.
5
AI-driven tools for predictive architecture planning and real-time adjustments.
Process Integration
1
Architectural practices are isolated and uncoordinated.
2
Basic alignment of architecture with IT projects.
3
Well-defined architecture processes integrated across business and IT initiatives.
4
Architecture fully aligned with business strategy and operational needs.
5
Seamless integration with business processes, with continuous adaptation to business strategy.
Training and Awareness
1
Minimal awareness of architectural principles and practices.
2
Basic training on architectural standards and their importance.
3
Regular training sessions on architecture best practices and tools.
4
Comprehensive development programs including emerging technologies and architectural trends.
5
Continuous learning culture, adapting to new architectural methodologies and technologies.
Performance Measurement
1
No formal metrics for evaluating architectural effectiveness.
2
Basic metrics such as compliance with architectural standards.
3
Detailed KPIs tracking architectural impact on IT and business performance.
4
Comprehensive analytics on architecture’s contribution to strategic goals and innovation.
5
Real-time, predictive performance metrics to drive architectural decisions and business alignment.
Stakeholder Communication
1
Poor or no communication about architectural decisions and impacts.
2
Periodic updates to IT teams on architectural changes.
3
Regular, structured communication to all stakeholders about architectural strategies and impacts.
4
Proactive communication plans that align architectural changes with business objectives.
5
Optimised, transparent communication using real-time data to engage stakeholders continuously.
Continuous Improvement
1
No systematic process for improving architectural practices.
2
Reactive improvements based on specific project failures or issues.
3
Systematic review and refinement of architecture based on performance data and feedback.
4
Managed improvement cycles driven by technology advances and stakeholder feedback.
5
Culture of proactive optimisation and continuous adaptation, leveraging innovative architectural solutions.