Beyond Software Architecture: Creating and Maintaining Excellent Solutions

Author: (USA) Luke Hohmann and Zeng Yonghe
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: In the 21st century, successfully managing the relationship between business and technology is a tricky issue that all companies face. This book provides practical guidance on how to reasonably manage this important relationship. In the modern economy, every software decision can have a significant impact on the business; conversely, most business decisions will also affect the viability of software applications. This book offers profound insights and useful experience in creating excellent software solutions in real business environments. Software is intended to create value for organizations, but it often brings more chaos. There are also some powerful applications in the market, but buying or certifying these technologies may not always be successful. Excellent solutions must be reasonably integrated into the organization's structure. Software expert Luke Hohmann describes the business implications of software architecture decisions and then guides readers on how to understand and address the business issues that must be resolved to create successful software. With this book as a guide, business managers and development teams can safely navigate the common pitfalls in important decision-making areas. Collaboration between business and technology will enable you to create excellent technical solutions and ensure your organization's success—whether now or in the future.