Chapter 1: Introducing Enterprise ArchitectureYou will cover an introduction to Enterprise Architecture. This will set the tone of the book as it will answer the why of Enterprise Architecture which will form the foundation of the how once it starts detailing the technical aspects of SAP Enterprise Architecture.
Goals
- Introducing the readers to Enterprise Architecture
Sub topic
- What is Enterprise Architecture
- The purpose of Enterprise Architecture
- The principles of Enterprise Architecture
Chapter 2: Strategic Enterprise Architecture
This chapter details how Enterprise Architecture is key to executing your business strategy through building an IT infrastructure that automates your business's core capabilities.
Goals
- Understanding the role of Enterprise Architecture in Business Strategy
- Understanding the role of Enterprise Architecture in driving Digital Transformation
Sub topic
- The role of Enterprise Architecture in Business Strategy
- Enterprise Architecture as a driver for Digital Transformation
Chapter 3: Developing an Enterprise Architecture
An overview of how to develop and implement an Enterprise Architecture through and understanding of its foundational elements.
Goals
- Define the foundational elements of an Enterprise Architecture
- Understand the steps involved with developing an Enterprise Architecture
- Understand what an Enterprise Architecture framework is
Sub topic
- Enterprise Architecture Implementation Methodology
- Enterprise Architecture Framework
- Managing Enterprise Architecture
Chapter 4: Enterprise Architecture & SAP
This chapter will articulate how Enterprise Architecture can be leveraged to optimize your SAP software to create structures with which to develop a plan of action for change to drive growth.
Goals
- Understanding Enterprise Architecture in the context of SAP
- Understanding the SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework
Sub topic
- Enterprise Architecture in the context of SAP
- Overview of SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework
Chapter 5: Architecture Designer
This chapter introduces the SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer and its common functions.
Goals
- Understanding the SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer and its use.
Sub topic
An overview of SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer Chapter 6: Business Architecture
An overview of business architecture and how it is used to define a future state of the business and a roadmap for the Digital Transformation required to get there.
Goals
- Understand Business Architecture
- Understand the importance of managing business transition.
- How to manage the transition to a desired future state
Sub topic
- Defining Business Architecture
- Business Architecture and Enterprise Architecture
- Managing the transition to a desired future state
- Business Modelling
Chapter 7: Information Architecture
This chapter will guide you on structuring information and how to utilize the tools to structure information.
Goals
- Understand how to structure information
- Understand data movement
Sub topic
- Information Modelling
- Conceptual data models
- Databases
Chapter 8: Landscape and System Architecture
We explore the components that make up the system landscape and how to arrange them for optimal performance.
Goals
- Understanding the system landscape
Sub topic
- System Modelling
- Location Modelling
Chapter 9: Best Practices
We explore Enterprise Architecture best practices to ensure the overall alignment of IT and business needs to achieve business strategy.
Goals
- Learn and implement Enterprise Architecture best practices
Sub topic
Why implement best practices Key enterprise architect best practices Chapter 10: Future of Enterprise Architecture
In conclusion we explore the latest insights and predictions about the future of enterprise architecture.
Goals
- Having an informed view about the future of Enterprise Architecture
Sub topic
Current Trends in Enterprise Architecture
Enterprise architecture future predictions 