Canada | Bizzdesign

Connected Repository Enables Insurer To See the Bigger Picture, Realizing Value 10x Beyond Expectations

Challenges

Siloed business units made it difficult to undergo business transformation
Looking to leverage Lean methodology and Agile techniques
Needed a tool to connect internal audit, risk and controls, and enterprise architecture

Results

Consolidated architectural views in one repository across internal audit, risk and controls, and enterprise architecture
Executed the Company’s first Agile project on-time and on-scope
Connected business processes save risk users 75% of time and auditors cite value 10X beyond expectations

The global Insurance company needed a tool to transform business processes and utilize Lean methodology

A Global Insurance company headquartered in Canada with $71B assets under management and a diversified business ranging from wealth management to group pensions was facing some challenges, including:

Mining Company Instills an Integrated Modern Architecture With Confidence

Challenges

Determine how legacy applications would coexist with an emerging modern ecosystem.
Develop a metamodel that would provide flexibility and structure
Select a tool that enables strong governance and focuses on business outcomes

Results

Developed a strong metamodel that allowed the team to perform at an accelerated pace
Timely reporting and analysis helped deepen EA IQ and strengthen relationships.
Success has set the groundwork for a more formal enterprise architecture program.

Determine how to take advantage of emerging technologies with an existing footprint

A precious minerals and mining company headquartered in Canada works with diversified natural resources and is engaged in mining and mineral development, including steelmaking coal, copper, zinc, and energy.