num_pages: 364
description: As the digital economy changes the rules of the game for enterprises the role of software and IT architects is also transforming. Rather than focus on technical decisions alone architects and senior technologists need to combine organizational and technical knowledge to effect change in their companys structure and processes. To accomplish that they need to connect the IT engine room to the penthouse where the business strategy is defined. In this guide author Gregor Hohpe shares real-world advice and hard-learned lessons from actual IT transformations. His anecdotes help architects senior developers and other IT professionals prepare for a more complex but rewarding role in the enterprise. This book is ideal 
language: English
title: The Software Architect Elevator: Redefining the Architect's Role in the Digital Enterprise
publisher: O'Reilly Media