Reference Architecture
A Valuable Decision-Making Framework
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Burton Group Reference Architecture is a unique online
decision-making framework. The only resource of its kind,
Reference Architecture is a proprietary knowledgebase built
on our research and real-world experience from hundreds of
global enterprise consulting engagements.
Reference Architecture is a standard component of Burton Group consulting engagements as well as research and advisory licenses for both Burton Group IT1 and individual coverage areas:
Reference Architecture is comprised of a solid foundation of Principles,
Technical Positions, and Templates. We continually enhance Reference
Architecture based on current industry developments and emerging standards.
Burton Group Reference Architecture:
- Provides a practical, unbiased, online decision-making tool
- Offers a unique, holistic view of IT infrastructure
- Delivers an actionable plan by providing decisive architecture recommendations
- Guides the decision-making process to help formulate strategic direction
- Helps make smart planning decisions that streamline solutions
When you use our Reference Architecture, you'll reinforce your decision-making ability, establish a basis for your
position, and avoid the risk of costly mistakes so often associated with complex IT environments. As hundreds of
enterprise technologists have done before, rely on Burton Group Reference Architecture to guide your decision-making processes.
Principles
- High-level statements about the IT infrastructure that tie back to business goals
- Incorporate business goals and organizational, environmental, and political contexts
- Drive Technical Positions and Templates
Technical Positions
- Statements based on "if-then-otherwise" logic that describe standards or specifications for use with each major architectural component or service
Templates
- Interactive diagrams that address the distribution of system functions and how they relate topologically
- Models that show relationships between components specified by the Technical Positions
- Build upon output of technical positions and context of principles
- Consulting Services