Enterprise Architecture Repository

Definition:

An Enterprise Architecture Repository is the central platform where all information related to the enterprise architecture is consolidated. This includes, for example, business domains, processes, applications, and technical standards. The repository helps maintain an overview of the organization, both of the current architecture and of planned changes.

Key characteristics of a central repository:

• Centralized and structured database
• Documentation of business, IT, and process architecture
• Tracking of versions and changes
• Interfaces to other tools and systems

Relevanz für Enterprise Modernization:

By using a central repository, a single source of truth is created: all relevant information is consolidated in one place, and everyone works with the same, up-to-date, and reliable data. This makes it easier to identify redundancies, understand dependencies, and systematically eliminate duplicate structures, which simplifies the architecture and reduces costs. At the same time, a repository promotes the reuse and consistency of architectural components, creating a solid foundation for efficient modernization, transparent decision-making, and sustainable development of the enterprise architecture.

Beispiel / Use Case:

A growing company realizes that over time it is losing visibility of its processes, applications, and responsibilities. Information is scattered across different documents, departments, and tools. The Enterprise Architecture Repository addresses this by centrally consolidating all architecture information and providing a unified and structured view of the organization. This creates transparency about structures and dependencies, forming the basis for well-informed decisions and sustainable growth.