Uncertainties with possible outcomes that could have negative impacts on an organization need to be identified and managed. When the term “risk” is used in practice, it refers to those uncertainties.
In our practice, we focus on the uncertainties that are the result of IT Strategy and Architecture decisions.
In our previous series on Risk, we talked about how to Leverage Risk for Solution Architecture. Specifically, we discussed the competing forces that pull a solution architecture design in different directions: Functionality Cost Time Risk The way these factors are weighed will determine the solution that is presented and, ultimately, the success or failure of a […]
This article wraps up our series on solution architecture risk and addresses the critical value of understanding and leveraging risk for better solution architecture.
Understanding risk is a critical activity for a great solution architect. Tracking that risk in a clear, concise manner is of equal importance.
Identifying solution architecture risk is a key responsibility of a solution architect. These are methods for a solution architect to identify risk.
I am fanatic about risk, but not because I am risk-averse (although I am). I’m a fanatic because it is such a powerful tool for a solution architect.