Datasheet

c01_1 07/08/2008 19
robustness of current enterprise architecture disciplines, organizations will
have a relatively easier time introducing SOA governance into their EA gov-
ernance model, especially if they have already formalized architecture
governance processes, policies, and oversight of projects as they are man-
aged through the project delivery process in that organization.
SOA governance will place greater demands on those IT organizations
whose EA discipline is lacking or whose architecture governance is weak to
nonexistent. In these scenarios, many times the EA organization, process,
and capabilities must be upgraded in order to successfully accommodate a
SOA approach. If there is not an EA organization or discipline, one must be
established with executive sponsorship in order to support fundamental
SOA.
Our experience from the field suggests that when an enterprise has im-
plemented a rock-solid EA process as well as appropriate architecture gov-
ernance processes and mechanisms, SOA governance is easier to implement.
Adding SOA governance to an existing and successful governance paradigm
is easier than starting from scratch. However, transitioning from a poor
governance paradigm to a more effective, policy-driven governance frame-
work can be equally challenging.
Business
Imperatives
Technology
Imperatives
SOA Drivers
SOA
Initiative
IT Governance
Architecture
Governance
SOA Governance
SOA Governance Model,
Organization, Processes, Policies
Business Reqts.
Technical Reqts.
SOA initiatives will impact current IT governance and
Enterprise Architecture processes, organizations, governance,
and change management.
SOA will expose IT governance gaps
and weaknesses
Exhibit 1.3 SOA Governance Impacts Existing Governance Organizations and
Processes
SOA Governance Impacts IT Governance and Enterprise Architecture 19