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Top 10 Books on Enterprise Architecture.

Written by BTOES Insights Official | Nov 1, 2023 11:30:00 AM

 

Top 10 Books on Enterprise Architecture

1. "Enterprise Architecture As Strategy: Creating a Foundation for Business Execution" by Jeanne W. Ross, Peter Weill, and David C. Robertson
This book provides a strong argument for having a solid EA foundation to drive business execution.
2. "An Introduction to Enterprise Architecture: Third Edition" by Scott A. Bernard
A comprehensive introduction to the topic suitable for both beginners and seasoned professionals
3. "TOGAF® Version 9.1" by The Open Group
TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) is one of the most used frameworks for enterprise architecture. This guide provides a detailed overview.
4. "Architecting the Enterprise: Comprehensive Frameworks and Key Perspectives" by Mostafa Rahimi and Roya Ghafele
 
This book offers multiple perspectives on enterprise architecture, combining various frameworks and methodologies.
5. "Enterprise Architecture at Work: Modelling, Communication and Analysis" by Marc Lankhorst
This book dives into the practice of EA, covering methodologies, models, and techniques.
6. "A Practical Guide to Enterprise Architecture" by James McGovern, Scott W. Ambler, Michael E. Stevens, James Linn, Vikas Sharan, and Elias K. Jo
As the title suggests, this is a hands-on guide with a practical focus.
7. "The Enterprise Architect's Dilemma: Deliver Business Value with IT! – How to build a CIO Office to deliver effective IT services and meet stakeholder expectations" by Martin Palmgren
A strategic guide for enterprise architects looking to align IT with business needs.
8. "Collaborative Enterprise Architecture: Enriching EA with Lean, Agile, and Enterprise 2.0 Practices" by Stefan Bente, Uwe Bombosch, and Shailendra Language
This book merges traditional EA practices with lean, agile, and other modern approaches.
9. "The Agile Enterprise: Building and Running Agile Organizations" by Mario E. Moreira
While not strictly an EA book, it offers valuable insights on how enterprise architecture should adapt in an agile environment.
10. "How to Survive and Thrive as an Enterprise Architect: Navigating Politics, Delivering Value, and Securing Your Future in the World of IT" by Greg Suddreth and David Pultorak
 
This book addresses the softer skills required by enterprise architects, including navigating office politics and demonstrating value.

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