Quick Technical Architecture Method: From Analysis to Action

A practical step-by-step method to perform technical analyis that aligns with business outcomes—perfect for IT guys

What you'll learn
- Learn a structured method to design architecture that aligns technical solutions with business goals and stakeholder needs.
- Model architectural views using tools like ArchiMate or Drawio to visualize systems, structures, and motivations.
- Connect technology to business value by defining outcomes, analyzing impact, and aligning solutions with real-world needs.
- Create and present architecture work packages that support planning, decision-making, and project implementation.

Requirements
- No prior experience in enterprise architecture is required.
- A general understanding of IT systems or business processes is helpful but not mandatory.
- Curiosity and a willingness to think both technically and strategically.
- Optional, Access to basic diagramming tools like Drawio or ArchiMate modeling tools.

Description
Learn how to transform architecture analysis into actionable insights with theQuick Technical Architecture Method (QTAM)—a lightweight, repeatable, real-world approach built for today’s technical professionals.

Whether you're an experienced architect, a systems engineer, or a developer facing architectural responsibilities, this course will help you:

Understand the business value behind technical decisions.

Align architecture work with stakeholder expectations.

Use a one-page canvas and a practical template to structure your work.

Apply a TOGAF-inspired method without academic overhead.

Through real examples, diagrams, and guided commentary, you'll discover how to:

Capture stakeholder concerns and define clear objectives.

Map out business, information system, and technology architecture.

Identify gaps, define work packages, and plan actionable roadmaps.

You'll also meetTogus the Wise, your virtual mentor from the TOGAF standard, who will guide you through industry best practices in a friendly and engaging way.

No buzzwords. No over-engineering. Just solid, field-tested architecture thinking.

What you'll learn (Learning Objectives)

Perform architecture analysis using the 6-step QTAM approach.

Align technical solutions with stakeholder expectations and business needs.

Build one-page visual summaries using the Architecture Work Canvas.

Design and compare baseline vs. target architectures (business, system, tech).

Consolidate architectural gaps into structured work packages.

Create practical, stakeholder-ready roadmaps for delivery.

Understand and apply key TOGAF and ArchiMate concepts effectively.

Requirements

Basic understanding of software systems and architecture principles.

No prior experience with TOGAF required—concepts will be explained.

Familiarity with common IT roles and stakeholder interactions.

Who this course is for

Solution architects, software architects, and technical leads.

Developers asked to contribute to architecture decisions.

Product owners or delivery managers collaborating on technical planning.

IT consultants working with business and technical stakeholders.

Who this course is for:
- IT professionals, solution architects, and business analysts looking to step into architecture roles.
- Project managers or consultants who need to understand how architecture impacts delivery and strategy.
- Aspiring enterprise architects seeking a practical, business-aligned approach without heavy theory.
- Anyone interested in learning how to structure and present architecture work clearly and effectively.
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