Solution Architecture Foundations

3 A FRAMEWORK FOR SOLUTION ARCHITECTURE

LEARNING OUTCOMES

When you have completed this chapter, you should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the following:

• The phases in the solution architecture framework
• The rationale for each phase
• The origin of solution ideas and concepts and the initiation of solution architecture
• Discovering and investigating architectural inputs, stakeholders and business requirements
• Developing a solution outline
• Business case management and option analysis
• The development of a logical solution design
• How the solution design is validated with stakeholders
• Producing and managing the solution design roadmap for delivery
• The physical design, delivery and governance of the solution.

3.1 THE PHASES IN THE ...