"Software architecture is the set of design decisions which, if made incorrectly, may cause your project to be cancelled."
– Eoin Woods, software architect
Have you made the right decision?
The above quote illustrates that a major investment in a software system requires upfront thinking about IT architecture. Before you decide on building or buying a new system, you need the following information to come to a sound decision:
- What is the Total Cost of Ownership of the system?
- How well the system integrates with other systems?
- What is the best way to customize a system so that migration pains can be minimized?
- Will this system be able to support your business requirement in two years from now?
Architecture Evaluation
Xebia can conduct quick scan of your IT architecture to identify bottlenecks. It provides you an overview of points of concern. You can than choose a strategy based upon your priorities and business goals to systematically handle them. In a typical architecture evaluation the following aspects are covered:
- Application Architecture Aspects: Architecture, Performance, Security
- Software Aspects: Reusability, Modifiability, Portability
- Infrastructural Aspects: Manageability, Reliability
Interested?
For a better orientation, a Xebia consultant can deliver you a short presentation on Architecture Evaluation concept. If you are interested in learning more about Software Factory concept then please get in touch with us by phone or e-mail.
