SATURN 2020

Traditionally, architects decide on the architecture and conformance of solutions to enterprise architecture. Projects often start with a comprehensive architecture document, but a transparent evaluation of the value to the customer is rarely done. This dynamic has shifted in the digital era. Most organizations now apply agile approaches in translating user requirements into working software.

The focus in agile teams is often on the frequent delivery of working software to enable the business to adapt quickly to changes in its environment. Although this is a principle of agile, it could also create architectural deficiencies and increased technical debt.

In this talk, I will present the challenges of architecting in an agile environment, showing the role of the architect as an agilist, futurist, and catalyst. I will also provide practical approaches that can be applied immediately to your agile environment.