Software Architect's Handbook

Communicating expectations

Software architects will need to communicate with project management to assist with project scheduling and resource planning. A software architect's input from a technical perspective is necessary for effective project planning.

Once the project begins, a software architect will need to continue to communicate with management on the status of the project. In some cases, a software architect may be involved with communicating expectations to one or more customers. If a project does not meet the expectations of the client, it cannot be considered a success. An organization must ensure that it is on the same page as its clients, and one way to do this is to keep them in the loop regarding the current state of the project. ...