As a result, IT has now evolved to a place where the CIO can’t handle it alone. To make sure that IT is always aligned with business you need an Enterprise Architect, people and firms whose focus is no longer on the "T" in IT but on the “I.” Today, Enterprise Architecture is maturing into a true profession, and the role of the architect is constantly evolving.
In this presentation, Steve Nunn, Vice President and COO of The Open Group, a vendor- and technology-neutral consortium focused on open standards and global interoperability, will address the following:
- The evolution of the enterprise architect
- New demands on enterprise architecture professionals, including when barriers are broken down within and between enterprises, a city planner perspective of enterprise architecture must be taken;
- The role of industry certification programs in helping both architects and companies meet these challenges and find the right talent.
Steve Nunn is Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of The Open Group, with management responsibility for legal, finance, human resources, IT facilities and facilities issues. A lawyer by training, Steve's primary role is to ensure the legal protection of the assets of The Open Group, particularly its intellectual property. As such, one of his main tasks is the development, maintenance and policing of the trademark portfolio of The Open Group, including the registered trade marks behind the Open Brand. As Corporate Secretary, Steve ensures that Board meetings are run in accordance with the organization's constitutional documents and that any necessary legal filings and other requirements are complied with. Steve has an L.L.B. (Honours) in Law with French and retains a current certification to practice as a solicitor in England and Wales. He joined the Company in 1993, having previously been a solicitor in a large commercial law firm, specializing in intellectual property and information technology law.