Enterprise Architecture Research Articles

Hybrid Framework 4.0 for Enterprise Architecture in the Context of Teleworking

Hybrid Framework 4.0 for Enterprise Architecture in the Context of Teleworking

API C4E Augmentation: AI-Powered Agent(AIPA) Framework

Abstract: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations increasingly rely on Application Programming Interface known as API for seamless integration and data exchange. API providers comprising consumers, developers, and project teams face several challenges in discovering, developing and mapping APIs in compliance with organizational enterprise architecture principles. This paper aims to address these challenges by proposing an AI-Powered Agent (AIPA) Framework that leverages Generative AI and AI Code Assistant tools to enhance API governance and streamline the API development cycle (API Management, develop API, testing, security, deployment and monitoring). The proposed framework facilitates API discovery through an interactive chat interface that summarizes available APIs based on the use case. Additionally, it aims to automate key aspects of API development, including compliance checks, security protocols, and document generation thereby significantly reducing effort(s), human error(s), and improving productivity and efficiency. Establishing an API Center for Enablement (C4E) ensures consistent adoption of best practices across the organization. By integrating AI-driven solution with API governance, this paper outlines a pathway for organizations to improve API quality, security, and usability while empowering to adapt to digital disruptions. The findings suggest that a comprehensive, AI-enhanced governance framework enhances operational and development efficiency and fosters innovation.

Lean Enterprise Architecture: The Application of Lean Principles in Enterprise Architecture Practices

Enterprise Architecture (EA) plays a crucial role in aligning business strategies with IT infrastructure, but traditional EA practices often struggle to keep pace with rapidly changing business environments. This paper explores the application of lean principles to EA, proposing a Lean Enterprise Architecture approach. By systematically applying the core lean principles of value, value stream, flow, pull, and perfection to EA practices, organizations can potentially achieve more agile, efficient, and value-driven architecture. The research synthesizes existing literature on lean thinking and EA, presenting current progress, best practices, and challenges in implementing Lean EA. Key findings highlight Lean EAs potential to reduce waste, improve stakeholder alignment, and enhance adaptability in architectural processes. However, challenges such as organizational resistance and the need for new skill sets are also identified. The paper concludes by outlining future research directions, including the development of Lean EA metrics and the integration of Lean EA with other modern approaches like agile and DevOps. This research contributes to the evolving field of EA by providing a comprehensive overview of how lean principles can transform EA practices, offering both theoretical insights and practical implications for EA professionals and organizations seeking to enhance their architectural capabilities in an increasingly dynamic business landscape.

Strategic Planning of Work Training Center Information System Using TOGAF ADM and ITIL

This study aims to develop an implementation model of TO-GAF and ITIL frameworks in enterprise architecture (EA) for the Technical Implementation Unit (UPTD) of the Tegal Re-gency Vocational Training Center (BLK) and determine the improvement of services provided by BLK after the develop-ment of enterprise architecture. This type of research is a case study research where data collection is done by direct observation or observation, interviews and surveys using questionnaires. The population in this study were employees and students of BLK Tegal Regency, totaling 100 people. While the sample was 15 people. TOGAF ADM is used to un-derstand the strategic planning process systematically, from problem identification to the development of measurable solutions. Analysis and design of enterprise architecture is prelimenary phase, requirement management, architecture vision, business architecture, information systems architecture and opportunities and solutions. While the ITIL approach in addition to providing practical guidance in managing BLK IT services, ITIL is also used to test the level of maturity of the system against the blueprint produced so that a tested sys-tem design is obtained. The results of the maturity level of the service operation domain system are at level 4 with a value of 3.94 and have not yet reached level 5 which means that some activities have not been fully carried out to the maximum. To achieve the expected maturity process, management must always supervise every decision making in accordance with existing procedures.

Integrating Emerging Technologies into Enterprise Architecture: Challenges and Opportunities

Integrating Emerging Technologies into Enterprise Architecture: Challenges and Opportunities

Enterprise Architecture As An Enabler Of Digital Transformation In The Government Sector: Success Factors And Maturity Evaluation Methodology

Enterprise Architecture (EA) plays an important role as an enabler of digital transformation with strategic objectives, especially in digital government initiatives. Despite its potential, EA implementation in the public sector faces challenges such as complex organizational structures, diverse stakeholder interests, and regulatory constraints. This study aims to systematically review the literature to identify critical success factors that influence the success of EA implementation in government and propose a comprehensive maturity evaluation methodology. Using a systematic literature review of 48 studies published between 2018 and 2024, this research identifies key factors such as strategic alignment, governance, human resource capabilities, and stakeholder engagement as critical to achieving effective EA implementation. It also introduces an EA maturity evaluation model designed for the public sector to assess and improve EA practices. The citizen-centric aspect is the novelty of this research where the factors in this aspect characterize the implementation of EA in the digital government sector. The findings provide insights and academic contributions in expanding the study of EA in the public sector as well as providing practical guidance for government agencies to improve their EA maturity so that accelerated digital transformation can be achieved

Perencanaan Enterprise Arsitektur Menggunakan Framework Togaf pada Aplikasi Srikandi

Information technology (IT) has developed rapidly and is known to be the most important part of all aspects of life, such as education, business, and also government. Information technology allows organizations to increase efficiency and create innovative solutions and has an important role in improving the accountability of public services, especially in the aspect of government. The development of technology in the government aspect has an important role. One of the innovations in Indonesia is the SRIKANDI (Integrated Dynamic Archives Information System) application. SRIKANDI is an application developed to digitize archive and document management in government. The development of enterprise architecture in government institutions is crucial in ensuring that information systems can support processes effectively and efficiently. This research aims to develop enterprise architecture using the TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) method on the SRIKANDI application at the Baturraden District Office. The SRIKANDI application, which is an Integrated Dynamic Archive Information System, plays an important role in digitizing government archive management. The TOGAF method was chosen for its comprehensive approach in designing, implementing, and managing information system architecture.

An enterprise technical architecture for the implementation of the South African National Health Insurance

AbstractThe South African National Health Insurance (NHI) faces challenges due to a lack of an enterprise technical architecture (ETA) solution, for the implementation. This study aims to propose an ETA, to enable and support the implementation of the South African ETA. The qualitative method was employed in the data collection. Actor‐network theory (ANT) was applied as a lens to examine the data. The findings reveal several critical influencing factors, including readiness assessment, geographical locations of stakeholders; diversity of healthcare facilities; flexibility of technology solutions; and synchronization of processes and patients' data. The study highlights the need to provide governance for the technologies that influence the implementation of NHI. Based on the influencing factors, a framework was developed. The framework is intended to provide architectural governance (principles, standards, and policies), to efficiently and effectively, facilitate, support, and enable the implementation of the South African NHI.

Enterprise Architecture Business Model Planning Using EAP Framework (Case Study: PT. Gempita Cahaya Makmur)

The advancement of technology in a company has an impact on improving business quality. From this observation, architectural planning is a part that is used to build alignment between business strategy and information technology. Architecture within the business domain illustrates how a company conducts business activities and functions to achieve the company's goals. Therefore, the company's business model architecture depicts the current state of architecture by identifying business needs and activities. From this study, the business role of PT. GEMPITA CAHAYA MAKMUR, a company engaged in the procurement of goods and services, especially in the field of wholesale office stationery, printing, photocopier sales, and photocopier and laptop rentals, which has customers from medium-sized companies, large companies, both private and government. The use of the Enterprise Architecture Planning or EAP framework focuses on business architecture. The purpose of this research is expected to produce a blueprint proposal that will be beneficial for PT. GEMPITA CAHAYA MAKMUR to plan the business model architecture that will become the foundation for the design phase of application architecture.

IoT and Enterprise Architecture Synergy: Driving Industrial Process Optimization

The Internet of Things has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing industries by interconnecting devices, data, and processes. In other words, the rapid advancement of the Internet of Things has redefined how industries operate, facilitating the seamless integration of devices, data, and processes. On the other hand, the issue of enterprise architecture is also discussed, which is a comprehensive and integrated approach in line with the organization's strategic planning and macro business policies. This article delves into and focuses on how the Internet of Things and Enterprise Architecture impact industries, and explores the opportunities and challenges presented by this influence, with a specific focus on the Industrial Internet of Things.

TOGAF Utilization for Revolutionizing Enterprise Architecture at Labor Intensive Industry

Labor-intensive industries face challenges in optimizing information systems and technology. Disconnected business processes cause scattered data and poor application integration. A structured approach is required to design an enterprise architecture aligning business and IT strategies. This study explores TOGAF implementation in a labor-intensive business in Jakarta, focusing on creating a more efficient architecture. The research provides design recommendations, including human resource management portal enhancements. Using TOGAF and UML, the study successfully created an enterprise architecture addressing business, application, data, and technology needs, improving departmental integration, overall business performance, and service delivery. It effectively bridges IT and business strategies.

Study on Supply Chain Rearrangement to Improve Supply Chain Performance of Sambal Sauce in Company X Case Study using the Enterprise Architecture Design method that utilizes Industrial Revolution 4.0 Technology based on Hybrid Technology

Company X is a large enough producer of Sambal Sauce to supply Meatball traders in Indonesia. Many problems in this supply chain include the occurrence of unhealthy competition between internal networks, both between agents and other networks that intersect between supply regions, market prices are not uniform, the availability of field products is not maintained, the uncertainty of delivery from the previous supply from the Supply Chain, high Debts and Receivables from Distributors, the certainty of product delivery to the Supply Chain from Producers, The certainty and stability of the delivery of Sambal Sauce Raw Materials to the Factory, unstable quality of raw materials, and many other problems. Of course, this needs to be fixed immediately, considering that it will be a turning point for product returns if this problem continues. The following is a deeper study of what and why this happens, how to solve the problem, and concrete efforts to solve the problem analytically using the Enterprise Architecture Design method by utilizing Hybrid Technology-based Industrial Revolution 4.0 Technology.

Assessing the Impact of Enterprise Architecture on Digital Transformation Success: A Global Perspective

This research paper aims to analyze the significant contributions of enterprise architecture (EA) in leveraging digital transformation (DT) success at an international level. The paper adopts a meta-analytical approach, examining the patterns of EA’s strategic alignment and operational impact. EA plays a crucial role in managing digital ecosystem complexity, which is a key factor in successful DT. The methodology also focuses on the systematic review and meta-analysis of the relationships between EA and other advanced technological systems such as AI, IoT, and Blockchain to reveal how these technologies improve EA’s flexibility and strategic approaches. The paper emphasizes the importance of organizational culture, technological incorporation, and regional economic factors as critical determinants of EA practices in DT activities. It underscores the necessity for customized EA approaches to DT success within different cultural and economic contexts and their impact on sustainable management. This practical insight is a crucial contribution of the paper, providing a strategic roadmap for organizations aiming to optimize their digital transformation strategies through enhanced EA practices.

A dynamic capability perspective on the impact of big data analytics and enterprise architecture on innovation: an empirical study

PurposeThe prevailing conceptualization of information system (IS) capabilities, rooted in the resource-based view (RBV) framework, tends to focus on unique firm resources. In the digital age, as emphasized by dynamic capabilities (DC), resource reconfiguration is critical in maintaining strategic advantage. This paper focuses on big data analytics capabilities (BDAC) from a DC perspective to present a novel conceptualization of BDAC–DC. We examine its effects on product, business model and business process innovation, including the effects of enterprise architecture (EA) on the BDAC business model innovation relationship.Design/methodology/approachThis research presents a novel DC-based BDAC conceptualization, operationalized as a hierarchical construct. A survey-based approach is used for data collection and data analysis is done using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM).FindingsThe novel conceptualization and the effects of BDAC DC on BDA sensing-seizing and reconfiguration capacities support BDAC’s functional and evolutionary roleplay. Empirical results confirm the positive effects of BDAC–DC on first-order value targets (innovation) and the moderating effects of EA.Research limitations/implicationsThe novel BDAC–DC conceptualization has several implications for BDAC, DC, EA and business value research. Practicing managers must adopt a multifaceted approach to BDAC development by considering non-technical and organizational factors, collaborate with their business counterparts to explore unique big data ideas, initiate proof-of-concept projects to secure support and allocate resources synchronously, considering a multidimensional view of the process, product and business model innovation.Practical implicationsPracticing managers must adopt a multifaceted approach to BDAC development by considering non-technical and organizational factors, collaborate with their business counterparts to explore unique big data ideas, initiate proof-of-concept projects to secure support and allocate resources synchronously, considering a multidimensional view of the process, product and business model innovation for synergistic outcomes.Originality/valueTo the best of our knowledge, this research is the first attempt toward DC-based BDAC conceptualization, empirical validation of first-order effects on various forms of innovation and the often-overlooked role of critical EA capability.

LEVERAGING ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION: A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO BUSINESS AGILITY

This paper examines the critical role of Enterprise Architecture (EA) in facilitating Digital Transformation (DT) and enhancing business agility. EA serves as a comprehensive framework that aligns IT infrastructure with business processes, enabling organizations to adapt effectively to rapid technological changes and market demands. Through a detailed literature review, the paper highlights key EA frameworks, such as TOGAF and Zachman, and discusses how these frameworks support the alignment of organizational goals with technology initiatives. The analysis reveals that leveraging EA not only improves adaptability and operational efficiency but also minimizes risks associated with digital transformations. Despite the numerous benefits, challenges such as implementation costs, resistance to change, and integration complexity are acknowledged. The paper concludes by offering recommendations for businesses to optimize their EA practices for successful digital transformation and suggesting areas for future research, including the exploration of EA's impact across various industries and the role of leadership in managing digital initiatives.

Sustainability in Enterprise Architecture: From Optional to Essential

This study investigates the integration of sustainability into Enterprise Architecture (EA) and its impact on organizational performance. It examines how sustainable EA practices influence efficiency, compliance with environmental regulations, stakeholder engagement, and innovation within organizations. The research employs a structured Likert scale questionnaire targeting professionals in various industries. Findings reveal a positive correlation between sustainable EA practices and improved organizational performance, regulatory compliance, and innovation. However, challenges such as high costs and organizational resistance persist, particularly for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The study highlights the importance of leadership support and technological readiness in overcoming these barriers. This research contributes to understanding the strategic role of sustainability in EA, offering insights for enhancing organizational resilience and competitiveness. Keywords: Enterprise Architecture (EA); Sustainability; Sustainable EA practices; Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)

Achieving Sustainable Digital Transformation in TVET Institutionsthrough Enterprise Architecture

The approachof Enterprise Architecture (EA) inTechnical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions holds significant potential for the institution's digital transformation. This study explores key factors to sustain digital transformation in TVET Institutionsusing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) and semi-structuredinterviews. The SLR provides a comprehensive overview of existing literature on EA in educational contexts, focusing on its role in aligning institutional goals with industry requirements. Common themes and research gaps identified through this review setthe stage for empirical investigation. Interviews with IT administrators, academia, and expertsoffer practical insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with EA implementation in TVET institutions, validating findings from the literature and uncovering unique contextual factors relevant to TVET institutions in Malaysia. The thematic analysis highlights several key factors, namely,management support and their involvement, a clear business vision and goal strategy, and the adoption of emerging technologiessuch as Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things towardssustainable digital transformationin TVET institutions. The findings indicate that a well-implemented EA framework can significantly drivethe digital transformationof TVET institutions, leading to better-prepared graduates and a more adaptable workforce. This study provides a detailed analysis of the key factorsto sustain digital transformation in TVET Institutionsand offers practical recommendations for policymakers and educational leaders. The insights gained can guide future initiatives aimed at the digital transformationof TVET institutions, contributing to a more competitive and responsive educational sector in Malaysia.

TOGAF's Approach in Developing an Enterprise Architecture for the Information Technology Security Industry

The information technology security industry, encompassing various activities such as risk identification and assessment, policy development, and solution implementation, plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and security of information systems. This study aims to develop and implement an efficient and effective enterprise architecture within the information security sector, focusing on three key core processes identified as the major revenue contributors: risk identification and assessment, security policy development, and security solution implementation. Utilizing the TOGAF-based Enterprise Architecture framework, this research identifies and designs architecture that integrates various systems, applications, and business processes, facilitating better alignment within the organization. The architecture design process involves a thorough analysis of operational needs and business strategies, leading to the development of a model that enhances efficiency and reduces the risk of failure in technology implementation. The outcomes of this study are intended to provide practical guidance for information security companies to optimize operations, simplify system complexities, and achieve strategic goals more effectively. It is anticipated that the application of the designed architecture will have a significant positive impact on the company's ability to address challenges and dynamic needs within the information security industry.

Development and Usability Evaluation of COVID-Iran: A Mobile Application for Mitigating COVID-19 Misinformation.

The spread of misinformation through the internet can lead to dangerous behavioral changes and erode trust in reliable sources, especially during public health crises like coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). To combat this issue, innovative strategies that leverage information technology are essential. This study focused on developing and evaluating a mobile application (app), COVID-Iran, aimed at countering COVID-19 misinformation by delivering accurate, reliable, and credible information. The development of the app involved a multi-step, user-centered approach that integrated qualitative expert consultations with quantitative survey research to pinpoint and validate key features. The app was initially prototyped using Enterprise Architect software and subsequently developed using Android Studio and MySQL. We conducted a usability evaluation using the System Usability Scale (SUS), where participants engaged in various tasks related to information seeking, self-assessment, and health management. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics in SPSS version 19. The findings revealed a high usability level (SUS score of 81.35), with participants reporting ease of use and learnability. The app effectively countered misinformation by providing access to trusted sources and evidence-based counterarguments. User feedback emphasized the app's strengths in clarity, accuracy, trustworthiness, and its comprehensive approach. Plans for future improvements include the integration of artificial intelligence to deliver personalized content. Despite limitations such as the small sample size and potential self-selection bias, this study highlights the significant potential of mHealth apps to provide reliable health information and combat misinformation.

Application Development Model E-Commerce in Traditional Markets Using the TOGAF Framework

The existence of traditional markets is increasingly being eroded by the presence of online market models that already utilize various e-commerce platforms. However, the TOGAF Framework provides a ray of hope. Even though the existence of traditional markets is unlikely to disappear, if traders in traditional markets do not try to adapt to using e-commerce, it will have an impact on losing customers, losing turnover, and will even affect the acceleration of their business. Architectural design for system development in traditional market activities can provide an important picture of how to advance traditional market industries that will not be out of competition with modern markets. TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) provides a detailed method of how patterns build, manage, and implement enterprise architecture and information systems called the Architecture Development Method. Analysis using the TOGAF Framework provides an overview of how to plan, design, develop and implement information system architectures for traditional markets. The results of this design analysis are an information technology architectural design which is the basis for traditional market managers, especially in Indonesia, in advancing the business processes of traders in the market so that they are not unable to compete with modern markets but with gap analysis constraints that must really be considered with regard to internet infrastructure problems in the market, sellers who are not fully able to use technology due to age and not all forms of goods on the market can be sold through e-commerce platforms. This gap analysis will make e-commerce implementation slow to implement.