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Lead A High-Performing Enterprise Architecture and Portfolio Practice

Maximize Business Impact with High-Performing Enterprise Architecture 
Download the report to learn practical steps for transforming your EA practice into a key driver of business success.

Enterprise architecture (EA) isn’t just about systems and governance — it’s a powerful tool for driving business growth in today’s fast-changing digital world.

But too often, EA is seen as a barrier instead of a business enabler. The most effective EA teams are changing that. They align closely with business goals, focus on outcomes, and play a key role in driving innovation and measurable results.

In this report, you’ll discover Forrester’s Outcome-Driven Architecture Model — and how to:

  • Transform EA into a Business Enabler 
     Shift from bureaucracy to driving real business value.
  • Align EA with Business Priorities 
     Connect architecture initiatives directly to strategic goals.
  • Implement an Outcome-Driven Model 
     Focus on measurable results like cost efficiency and risk reduction.
  • Overcome Legacy Constraints 
     Modernize outdated systems to boost agility and responsiveness.
  • Integrate Agile Principles 
     Make EA more adaptive to rapid change and innovation.