Enterprise Architecture Planning Spewak

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Steven Spewak's Enterprise Architecture Planning (EAP) is a set of methods for planning the development of information, applications, and technology architectures (the recommended approach being to develop them in that order), and for aligning the three types of architecture with respect to each other. The goal is to ensure that such architectures form the blueprints for sound, implementable systems that solve real business problems.

While the Zachman Framework is a recognized approach to enterprise architectures, it is also a excellent tool to anchor processes and procedures for delivering service and support for applications. The notion of application profiles are an excellent paradigm from which to develop problem management processes in support of enterprise applications.

Steven Spewak's Enterprise Architecture Planning (EAP) provides a sound framework for achieving the above objectives. It’s a proven approach based on a proven framework, it has additional value. Specifically, it also provides the production services and operations functions within IT with a valid approach to integrating service delivery with applications delivery, and aligning them to business requirements.

The Steven Spewak’s Enterprise Architecture Planning (EAP) presents a complete plan of how to implement a business oriented strategy planning program that will align IT with the strategies being pursued by an organization.