Architecture and Business
One of my professional goals is to receive the Microsoft Certified Architect certification and came across this video on Channel 9 http://channel9.msdn.com/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=251255 it was recorded almost a year ago, but still applies. But after watching this and looking at my current job and following a few people on Twitter, some things clicked for me last night. However, one question came to the front of my mind.
Do you model a business after software or software after the business?
I think you need to combine to improve.
Going through a SAP implementation can be enough to fry any mind. SAP consultants are knowledgeable but can be overly aggressive. But what can stop this, having a good Business Analyst “BA”. I don’t consider SAP Architects, Architects. They are in only one space and do not digress out for better solutions. Don’t get me wrong, SAP is good, but there aren’t Architects, only configuration engineers.
With that being said, time can be saved by knowing business. This is where the MCA comes into play. It’s more than just knowing technology, but how to fit tech into the business process. The point I at in my career is understanding business and how I can fit solutions into that space. I think the Alt.NET community is “possibly” on track to understand this process, but it’s only half of the solution. We as developers, team leads, and aspiring architects need to understand business and processes better.
Just ranting but would appreciate input.
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