what is enterprise architecture?

This is a non-scientific survey of Enterprise Architecture trends. The problem with survey and statistics is that one can make just about anything from them! However, it is good to read a survey and translate the results to one's particular situation. So here goes...

The Generic Enterprise Reference Architecture and Methodology is about those methods, models and tools which are needed to build the integrated enterprise. The architecture is generic because it applies to most, potentially all types of enterprise.

A sample EA governance model.

  In this article, John Zachman, discusses the need for Enterprise Architecture. 

Ever wonder: What is enterprise architecture? How does enterprise architecture fit into other enterprise processes? What is necessary to make enterprise architecture work in the complex environments where it is deployed?
Wonder no more...

 This paper presents a good discussion on comparing and selecting enterprise architecture frameworks (EAF).

This article provides a framework to measure the return on investment (ROI) of enterprise architecture investments.

This report presents the findings of the Enterprise Architecture/Enterprise Information Architecture Project at a government agency.

 This excellent document details the enterprise architecture process - from concept to implementation.

 This document describes, in-depth, the enterprise architecture developed for the state of Kentucky.