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"Does digital transformation ever stop? The answer is a resounding “no"" and this book guides you in developing an SAP enterprise architecture that prepares you for constant technology changes. The book introduces enterprise architecture, the role it plays in executing successful business strategy, and its application in SAP. A detailed step-by-step guide teaches you how to utilize SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer to model the four key areas: business, data, landscape, and requirements. Executives will gain insight into the considerations that will aid them in building their digital transformation road map while remaining agile to adapt to unforeseen circumstances. and adapting to the new normal. SAP partners and consultants will find their place in SAP’s future. By the end of this book, you will learn what SAP enterprise architecture is and how to develop it along with its best practices. You Will Understand Thefundamentals of enterprise architecture SAP enterprise architecture How SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer helps your enterprise Business, information, and infrastructure architecture  Enterprise architecture best practices How enterprise architecture can prepare your business for the future Who This Book Is For Executives who currently run SAP implementations or are considering SAP implementations, SAP partners and consultants along with aspiring SAP consultants, and technology enthusiasts interested in understanding and articulating IT and business alignment through enterprise architecture"

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Author:   Sheunopa Chalmers Musukutwa
Publisher:   APress
Imprint:   APress
Edition:   1st ed.
Weight:   0.355kg
ISBN:  

9781484285749

ISBN 10:   1484285743
Pages:   209
Publication Date:   14 September 2022
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introducing Enterprise ArchitectureYou will cover an introduction to Enterprise Architecture. This will set the tone of the book as it will answer the “why” of Enterprise Architecture which will form the foundation of the “how” once it starts detailing the technical aspects of SAP Enterprise Architecture. Goals Introducing the readers to Enterprise Architecture Sub topic What is Enterprise Architecture The purpose of Enterprise Architecture The principles of Enterprise Architecture   Chapter 2: Strategic Enterprise Architecture This chapter details how Enterprise Architecture is key to executing your business strategy through building an IT infrastructure that automates your business’s core capabilities. Goals Understanding the role of Enterprise Architecture in Business Strategy  Understanding the role of Enterprise Architecture in driving Digital Transformation Sub topic The role of Enterprise Architecture in Business Strategy Enterprise Architecture as a driver for Digital Transformation  Chapter 3: Developing an Enterprise Architecture An overview of how to develop and implement an Enterprise Architecture through and understanding of its foundational elements. Goals Define the foundational elements of an Enterprise Architecture Understand the steps involved with developing an Enterprise Architecture Understand what an Enterprise Architecture framework is Sub topic Enterprise Architecture Implementation Methodology Enterprise Architecture Framework Managing Enterprise Architecture  Chapter 4: Enterprise Architecture & SAP This chapter will articulate how Enterprise Architecture can be leveraged to optimize your SAP software to create structures with which to develop a plan of action for change to drive growth. Goals Understanding Enterprise Architecture in the context of SAP Understanding the SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework Sub topic Enterprise Architecture in the context of SAP Overview of SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework  Chapter 5: Architecture Designer This chapter introduces the SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer and its common functions. Goals Understanding the SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer and its use. Sub topic An overview of SAP Enterprise Architecture Designer Chapter 6: Business Architecture An overview of business architecture and how it is used to define a future state of the business and a roadmap for the Digital Transformation required to get there. Goals Understand Business Architecture Understand the importance of managing business transition. How to manage the transition to a desired future state Sub topic Defining Business Architecture Business Architecture and Enterprise Architecture Managing the transition to a desired future state Business Modelling Chapter 7: Information Architecture This chapter will guide you on structuring information and how to utilize the tools to structure information. Goals Understand how to structure information Understand data movement Sub topic Information Modelling Conceptual data models Databases Chapter 8: Landscape and System Architecture We explore the components that make up the system landscape and how to arrange them for optimal performance. Goals Understanding the system landscape Sub topic System Modelling Location Modelling Chapter 9: Best Practices We explore Enterprise Architecture best practices to ensure the overall alignment of IT and business needs to achieve business strategy. Goals Learn and implement Enterprise Architecture best practices Sub topic Why implement best practices Key enterprise architect best practices Chapter 10: Future of Enterprise Architecture In conclusion we explore the latest insights and predictions about the future of enterprise architecture. Goals Having an informed view about the future of Enterprise Architecture Sub topic Current Trends in Enterprise Architecture Enterprise architecture future predictions

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Sheunopa Chalmers Musukutwa is a seasoned SAP Consultant and Technical Business Analyst who began his career over a decade ago. He was part of a team that carried out the first implementation of SAP Business Suite on HANA in Africa. Starting out as SAP Technical Consultant, Sheunopa transitioned into SAP Business Intelligence Consultant and Business Analyst, broadening his horizons and allowing him to understand SAP from a holistic perspective. His technical background allows him to translate the use and benefits of technology to business people. Sheunopa possesses multiple SAP certifications and is a graduate of the University of South Africa.

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