EA Frameworks: Comparing Zachman, TOGAF, and FEA

Organizing and governing enterprise architecture models and processes is a daunting task. No wonder so many people are wondering whether an enterprise architecture framework will help. Understanding various enterprise architecture frameworks like Zachman, TOGAF, and FEAF is the first step. More important, however, is knowing whether you need an EA framework at all. In this session I will start with the basics of the Zachman Framework, TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework), and FEA (Federal Enterprise Architecture) so that you can gain a complete understanding of how each of these frameworks work. During the journey of these frameworks I will continually point out the strengths and weaknesses of each framework to arrive at the best part of the session - how to build your own EA Framework that works for you and your situation.

Agenda

  • Zachman Framework
  • TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)
  • FEA (Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework)
  • Building your own custom EA framework

Mark Richards

About Mark Richards

Mark Richards is an experienced, hands-on software architect involved in the architecture, design, and implementation of microservices architectures, service-oriented architectures, and distributed systems. He has been in the software industry since 1983 and has significant experience and expertise in application, integration, and enterprise architecture. Mark is the founder of DeveloperToArchitect.com, a website devoted to helping developers in the journey to software architect. He is the author of numerous technical books and videos, including the recently published Fundamentals of Software Architecture, Microservices AntiPatterns and Pitfalls, Microservices vs. SOA, the Software Architecture Fundamentals video series, The Enterprise Messaging video series, Java Message Service, 2nd Edition, and contributing author to 97 Things Every Software Architect Should Know. Mark has a master’s degree in computer science and is a regular conference speaker at the No Fluff Just Stuff (NFJS) Symposium Series. He has spoken at hundreds of conferences and user groups around the world on a variety of enterprise-related technical topics.

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