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Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Alan McSweeney
Agenda Objectives Benefits Limitations and restrictions Service activities Preparation and delivery times  Workshop process Intended customer audience Delivery skills Roles and responsibilities Job titles and solution architecture concept roles Location of delivery materials
Objectives of Solution Architecture Concept  Provide the context for understanding the interrelationships of the business and technical components of a solution that is designed to support a company’s business Agree on the fundamental purpose, value, and use of the proposed information system/initiative Define the scope of the solution architecture; the essential components Develop an architectural overview of the solution that will serve as a basis for timely decision making
Benefits of Solution Architecture Concept  Develop a practical decision framework for a solution that addresses business, functional, technical, and implementation perspectives.  The framework provides linkage information to trace decisions to driving principles. Develop a solution that has a potentially longer life span because the solution is: More likely to meet the true needs of the customer  Designed to evolve in the directions most likely to occur Optimise a project in scope and effectiveness Ensure the most important aspects of the project are developed and delivered early Give a better understanding of the customer’s business environment and needs
Limitations and Restrictions Solution Architecture Concept does not include: An in-depth analysis of the customer’s business A complete blueprint of the solution architecture Design or implementation of the solution architecture
Solution Architecture Concept Service Activities Part I – Introduction and Workshop Preparation Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet the Customer Sponsor Meet with the Customer Sponsor Agree on Work to be Done Prepare for the Workshop Delivery Part II – Architecture Concept Workshop Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional View Finalise Preparations for Day 2 Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View Part III – Documentation and Presentation of Findings Prepare the Workshop Deliverables Deliver Workshop Report and Presentation Finalise the Project
Solution Architecture Concept Preparation and Delivery Times  Estimated times are for the actual work and do not include the elapsed time between activities The time to prepare for the workshop delivery is an estimate for an experienced solution architect 101+ hours Total Estimated Time 2 hours Finalise the Project 10 2 hours Deliver Workshop Report and Presentation 9 20 hours Prepare the Workshop Deliverables 8 24 hours (8 hours x 3 days) Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View 7 4 hours Finalise Preparations for Day 2 6 24 hours (8 hours x 3 days) Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional View 5 20+ hours  (2) Prepare for the Workshop Delivery 4 2+ hours Agree on Work to be Done 3 1 hour Meet with the Customer Sponsor 2 2 hours Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet the Customer Sponsor 1 Estimated Preparation and Delivery Time  (1) Task Activity
Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Process Off-site to avoid interruptions Team  Solution architect who acts as facilitator One or more subject matter experts Support consultant who documents the results
Intended Audience Solution Architecture Concept targeted at : Are developing solutions that are part of business innovations (such as electronic commerce, data warehousing, and large-scale workflow) that affect day-to-day working operations Need broad buy-in from multiple stakeholders Have experienced rapid change in business complexity, business models, or technology Are willing to invest some up-front effort to ensure they build the right solution Need to be confident that the target user groups will accept and use the solution Need to ensure that their business and functional considerations explicitly drive solutions Need to track principles and requirements throughout the design and development process
Intended Audience Solution Architecture Concept is important for solutions where the customer understands the overall business scope and direction into which the solution fits Solution Architecture Concept might not be needed for projects where requirements and implementations are well understood
Intended Customer Audience Customer sponsor helps to identify workshop participants and stakeholders that can be interviewed before the workshop Customer sponsor and key stakeholders determine who will attend, what to discuss, and what information to provide to attendees Only some of the participants attend both days of the workshop Attendees on the first day are primarily concerned with business and functional aspects of the solution Attendees on the second day are primarily concerned with technical and implementation aspects of the solution
Delivery Skills Solution Architect and/or Technology Consultant with skills: IT Strategy and Architecture General information system architecture Domain-specific business and technical architecture(s), such as Internet, intranet, extranet, data warehouse, electronic commerce, and security Modeling tools (UML) Delivery training (Delivering the Solution Architecture Concept Service) Skill in workshop facilitation, working in teams, report writing and presentation delivery
Customer Roles and Responsibilities Customer Sponsor Sponsor’s Agent Key Stakeholders Participants
Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Customer Sponsor Customer Sponsor Ideally a high-level executive, such as director group manager, on either the business or the information technology (IT) side Have overall responsibility for achieving a business result in the area the solution covers Responsible for: Initiating the workshop and approving plans Interfacing with the account manager to identify needs and communicate expectations Meeting with the solution architect before the workshop to approve direction and plans Approving the Letter of Engagement (LOE)  Identifying an agent to work Meeting with the solution architect after the workshop to provide feedback
Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Sponsor’s Agent Sponsor’s Agent Responsible for: Representing the customer sponsor, ensuring customer needs are addressed, and handling workshop logistics Providing input on the problem Managing funding and support issues Identifying key stakeholders and participants Arranging for workshop location and supplies Communicating with the customer team Addressing issues that affect the success of the workshop
Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Key Stakeholders Key Stakeholders People in the customer organisation who must buy into the workshop’s goals and results Can help ensure the success of a workshop  Can undermine any agreements or initiatives resulting from the workshop if they do not buy into the workshop Responsible for: Providing input on the problem Work to identify the business drivers, principles, models, and standards Explaining customer needs and issues Inform of potential problems Responding to business and IT questions
Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Participants Participants Attend the workshop and providing input on areas of the problem that affect them
Job Titles and Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Roles Engagement Manager  Solution Architect Facilitator Subject Matter Expert (SME) Account Manager Support Consultant
Engagement Manager Shares the responsibility for customer satisfaction with the solution architect Sometimes the engagement manager also fills the role of facilitator Responsible for: Arranging and ensuring the successful and timely delivery of the Architecture Concept Service Ensuring the right customer parties are engaged  Managing overall logistics for the service  Tracking the budget
Solution Architect Shares responsibility for customer satisfaction with the engagement manager Fills the facilitator role additionally Responsible for: Delivering the Architecture Concept Service Defining what to deliver Designing the workshop Performing the service Interviewing Interacting with the customers during the workshop Analysing and synthesising the report Creating the presentation Leading the report presentation meeting- Cleaning up loose ends
Facilitator Solution architect usually fills the facilitator role. Engagement manager may fills the role of facilitator In this case, the solution architect can sometimes fill the role of SME Same person usually facilitates both days of the workshop Responsible for Ensuring the workshop runs smoothly Following the agenda and timekeeping Capturing the results on flip charts (or other media visible to workshop attendees) Recognising and addressing any political, personal, or other issues that might jeopardise the ability to meet the stated workshop goals  Analysing, clarifying, summarising
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Providing business and/or technical expertise in one or more areas needed by the engagement Solution architect can fill the SME role Not recommended because it puts a heavy load on the solution architect
Account Manager Does not need to attend the workshops Needs to be kept informed of the workshop results Account Executive is an essential party to the final report and presentation Responsible for: Managing the relationship with the customer (overall or services) and selling follow-on engagements Identifying the opportunity Providing access to key customer contacts Positioning the engagement within an overall context of the customer’s business Selling the value of the result
Support Consultant Responsible for: Capturing all relevant information generated during the course of the workshop Performing research Helping to draft documents Capturing and documenting complete interview and workshop results Ensuring completeness of information Summarising the issues and results
Job Titles and Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Roles Y  = Yes ~Y  = Generally yes, but verify that a specific individual with this title can fill this role N  = No ~N  = Generally no, but some individuals might have the skills to fill this role M  = Might have these skills (people with this job title often can fill this role) * = Job title is the same as the role N ~Y N N N * Facilitator ~Y ~Y M N Y ~Y Business Developer ~N ~Y M N Y ~Y Program/Project Manager * M N N M M Account Executive (Sales)  N Y Y √ ~Y ~Y Solution Architect N ~Y Y M M M Technology Consultant Account Executive Support Consultant Subject Matter Expert Solution Architect Engagement Manager Facilitator Job Titles Concept Workshop Engagement Roles
Service Delivery Roadmap Introduction & Preparation    Finalise Project Revise Report, Deliver to Sponsor Presentation Workshop 2 days    Finalize Prep for Day 2    Evaluate    Engagement    Agree on    Work Presentation Draft Report    Prepare Workshop Deliverables     Prepare for Workshop Delivery Interview Key Stakeholders    Meet    Sponsor    Run Workshop Day 2 Implementation View Technical View Principles,  Models, Standards 1__________ 2__________ 3__________ 4__________    Run Workshop Day 1 Functional View Business View Principles,  Models, Standards 1__________ 2__________ 3__________ 4__________ Business Drivers 1. Profit on widgets is dropping 2. Customers buy widgets expecting support Implementation Technical Functional Business Drivers and Principles: ITSA Business view Functional view Agenda Day 1    Deliver Report & Presentation Next Steps
Part I: Introduction and Workshop Preparation Activity 1: Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet the Customer Sponsor Step 1: Review and understand the opportunity Step 2: Identify the customer sponsor Step 3: Prepare for the initial customer sponsor meeting Activity 2: Meet with the Customer Sponsor Step 1: Introduce Services and the Architecture Concept Service Step 2: Understand the scope of the business opportunity Step 3: Determine if the customer sponsor is ready to begin planning the workshop. (If yes, go to Activity 3; if no, continue with step 4) Step 4: Review the initial customer sponsor meeting Step 5: Write and deliver the Letter of Understanding (LOU) Activity 3: Agree on Work to be Done  Step 1: Work with the customer sponsor to develop plan for the workshop Step 2: Write and deliver the Consulting Services Agreement (CSA) Step 3: Get CSA contract signed Activity 4: Prepare for Workshop Delivery Step 1: Interview stakeholders identified by the customer sponsor Step 2: Finalise schedule Step 3: Write and deliver briefing letter for workshop attendees Step 4: Assemble and prepare team for Architecture Concept workshop Step 5: Prepare for the workshop Step 6: Get the team together on site Step 7: Meet with the customer sponsor immediately before the workshop
Activity 1: Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet Customer Sponsor Objectives To determine the source and scope of the business opportunity To identify the customer sponsor and prepare for initial meeting Prerequisites Identify the opportunity and the customer is serious about wanting to deliver the Solution Architecture Concept Qualified the customer Completion Criteria The team has a general understanding of the business opportunity
Activity 2: Meet with the Customer Sponsor Objectives To introduce the Services delivery team to the customer sponsor To check the chemistry of the interaction between the team and customer representatives To discuss customer needs, such as their overall goal, current status, questions, and decisions they need to make To gather information from the customer sponsor on the business and technical context of the work and their technology adoption profile To understand the unique requirements of the engagement and the delivery team Prerequisites The team has met with the Account Executive to understand commitments to the customer and any background information. The team has a plan for positioning the workshop The team has a value proposition for Solution Architecture and the Architecture Concept Completion Criteria The customer understands the service deliverables as defined in the Service Description (SD) The engagement manager and solution architect have a clear understanding of the customer’s environment and expectations Optional – The engagement manager has written and delivered a Letter of Understanding (LOU) to the customer
Activity 3: Agree on Work to be Done Objectives To close on the definition of the service to be performed To identify people to fill the customer roles: sponsor’s agent, key stakeholders, and other participants. To establish a tentative schedule To write, deliver, and get signoff on the Concept Consulting Services Agreement contract Prerequisites The engagement manager and solution architect have had an initial meeting with the customer sponsor and have a general understanding of the business opportunity Completion Criteria The customer has signed the Concept Consulting Services Agreement contract
Activity 4: Prepare for the Workshop Delivery Objectives To interview key stakeholders To finalise the schedule To assemble and prepare the team for the workshop To prepare for the workshop, including gathering/developing materials, planning work site, arranging for equipment, and reviewing final agenda Prerequisites The customer has signed the CSA Completion Criteria The solution architect has interviewed all key stakeholders. All customer participants have received the workshop briefing letter, which describes what will be done, why, and the level of commitment expected Key participants have committed to attend the workshop The team is onsite and prepared to deliver the workshop The solution architect or engagement manager has consulted the customer sponsor for any last-minute corrections to the workshop
Part II: Concept Workshop   Activity 5: Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional View Step 1: Conduct workshop day 1 Step 2: Review day 1 Step 3: Report status back to the customer sponsor (or the sponsor’s agent) Activity 6: Finalise Preparations for Day 2 Step 1: Complete preparations for day 2 Activity 7: Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View Step 1: Conduct workshop day 2 Step 2: Review day 2 Step 3: Review the entire workshop with the customer sponsor
Activity 5: Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional  View Objectives To conduct a well-run and productive concept workshop day 1 To review day 1 Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The team has completed the pre-workshop activities in Part I Completion Criteria The team has completed day 1 of the concept workshop
Activity 6: Finalise Preparations for Day 2 Objectives To make adjustments based on day 1 and prepare for day 2 Prerequisites The team has completed day 1 of the workshop The team has captured and reviewed information from day 1 Completion Criteria The team has completed preparations for day 2 of the Architecture Concept workshop
Activity 7: Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View Objectives To conduct a well-run and productive Architecture Concept workshop day 2 To review the workshop, identify key points and next steps To make preliminary plans for producing and delivering the summary report and presentation Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The team has completed the preparation activities for day 2 listed in Activity 6 Completion Criteria The team has completed day 2 of the Architecture Concept workshop The team has completed the summary of day 2 with the customer
Part III: Documentation and Presentation of Findings   Activity 8: Prepare the workshop deliverables Step 1: Prepare a draft workshop report that summarises the workshop Step 2: Prepare the slide presentation Step 3: Discuss the draft workshop report and slides with the account executive Step 4: Revise the draft workshop report and slides Step 5: Plan the logistics of the presentation meeting Activity 9: Deliver the draft workshop report and presentation Step 1: Deliver the draft workshop report and presentation to the customer sponsor Activity 10: Finalise the project Step 1: Revise the draft workshop report Step 2: Mail or deliver the revised workshop report to the customer sponsor Step 3: Close the project
Activity 8: Prepare the Workshop Deliverables Objectives To review the workshop and prepare the summary report and presentation for the customer To identify the next steps and possible future work Prerequisites The team has completed the workshop and gathered information from the customer on final reactions and key points Completion Criteria The team has completed the draft report and slides, including a list of actions and next steps to make progress on the solution The account executive has approved the draft report and slides
Activity 9: Deliver Workshop Report and Presentation Objectives To deliver the draft workshop report and presentation. To get the sponsor to commit to implement the report’s recommendations or at least take the next step. The next step will often be to form a customer architect team for the solution.  This team consists of a business leader, a program manager, and possibly an architect, with an architect to flesh out what needs to go into a Solution Architecture Blueprint Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The team has completed the draft workshop report and presentation The account executive is available to address any opportunities during the presentation Completion Criteria The solution architect has delivered the draft workshop report and presentation
Activity 10: Finalise the Project Objectives To make final changes, gather summary input, and close the project Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The solution architect has delivered the draft report and presentation to the customer sponsor The account executive has identified any next steps and new opportunities Completion Criteria The engagement manager has delivered the final report to the customer and formally closed the project The solution architect has prepared a project closure report that includes post-engagement analysis Ideally, there is an agreement from the customer sponsor to begin a follow-on engagement
Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Templates ITSA Overview Customer Presentation V0.1.ppt Requirements Methodology Presentation V0.1.ppt Solution Architecture Concept Facilitator's Guide V0.1.doc Solution Architecture Concept Service Delivery Guide V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement A10 - Finalise Project - No Tools A2 - Meet Sponsor A3 - Agree on Work A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery A5 - Run Workshop Day 1 A6 - Finalise Preparation for Day 2 A7 - Run Workshop Day 2 - No Tools A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables A9 - Deliver Report and Presentation - No Tools A1 - Evaluate Engagement\ITSA Overview Customer Presentation V0.1.ppt A1 - Evaluate Engagement\LOU Engagement Plan Example V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\LOU Engagement Plan V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\Opportunity Assessment Worksheet V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\Previous Experience Worksheet V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\Vendor Matrix Example V0.1.ppt A2 - Meet Sponsor\Account Profile and Data Collection Worksheet V0.1.doc A2 - Meet Sponsor\Planning for Successful Contracts V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Business View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\C Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Capture Template for Drivers, Principles, and Related Information V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Concept Agendas V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Functional View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Implementation View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Participant Briefing Letter V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Pre-Workshop Customer Sponsor Meeting Planner V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Technical View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Agenda Example V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Agenda V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Content and Role Planner V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Customer Participant Planner V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Introduction Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Logistics Planner V0.1.doc A5 - Run Workshop Day 1\Key Questions for Customers.doc A5 - Run Workshop Day 1\Litmus Test for Principles Checklist.doc A5 - Run Workshop Day 1\Vision Exercise Planner.doc A6 - Finalise Preparation for Day 2\Interim Summary Presentation Example.ppt A6 - Finalise Preparation for Day 2\Interim Summary Presentation Planner.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Presentation Preparation Checklist.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Report on Architecture Workshop Example.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Report on Architecture Workshop.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Report Outline.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Sponsor Presentation Example.ppt A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Sponsor Presentation.ppt
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Solution Architecture Concept Workshop

  • 1. Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Alan McSweeney
  • 2. Agenda Objectives Benefits Limitations and restrictions Service activities Preparation and delivery times Workshop process Intended customer audience Delivery skills Roles and responsibilities Job titles and solution architecture concept roles Location of delivery materials
  • 3. Objectives of Solution Architecture Concept Provide the context for understanding the interrelationships of the business and technical components of a solution that is designed to support a company’s business Agree on the fundamental purpose, value, and use of the proposed information system/initiative Define the scope of the solution architecture; the essential components Develop an architectural overview of the solution that will serve as a basis for timely decision making
  • 4. Benefits of Solution Architecture Concept Develop a practical decision framework for a solution that addresses business, functional, technical, and implementation perspectives. The framework provides linkage information to trace decisions to driving principles. Develop a solution that has a potentially longer life span because the solution is: More likely to meet the true needs of the customer Designed to evolve in the directions most likely to occur Optimise a project in scope and effectiveness Ensure the most important aspects of the project are developed and delivered early Give a better understanding of the customer’s business environment and needs
  • 5. Limitations and Restrictions Solution Architecture Concept does not include: An in-depth analysis of the customer’s business A complete blueprint of the solution architecture Design or implementation of the solution architecture
  • 6. Solution Architecture Concept Service Activities Part I – Introduction and Workshop Preparation Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet the Customer Sponsor Meet with the Customer Sponsor Agree on Work to be Done Prepare for the Workshop Delivery Part II – Architecture Concept Workshop Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional View Finalise Preparations for Day 2 Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View Part III – Documentation and Presentation of Findings Prepare the Workshop Deliverables Deliver Workshop Report and Presentation Finalise the Project
  • 7. Solution Architecture Concept Preparation and Delivery Times Estimated times are for the actual work and do not include the elapsed time between activities The time to prepare for the workshop delivery is an estimate for an experienced solution architect 101+ hours Total Estimated Time 2 hours Finalise the Project 10 2 hours Deliver Workshop Report and Presentation 9 20 hours Prepare the Workshop Deliverables 8 24 hours (8 hours x 3 days) Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View 7 4 hours Finalise Preparations for Day 2 6 24 hours (8 hours x 3 days) Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional View 5 20+ hours (2) Prepare for the Workshop Delivery 4 2+ hours Agree on Work to be Done 3 1 hour Meet with the Customer Sponsor 2 2 hours Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet the Customer Sponsor 1 Estimated Preparation and Delivery Time (1) Task Activity
  • 8. Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Process Off-site to avoid interruptions Team Solution architect who acts as facilitator One or more subject matter experts Support consultant who documents the results
  • 9. Intended Audience Solution Architecture Concept targeted at : Are developing solutions that are part of business innovations (such as electronic commerce, data warehousing, and large-scale workflow) that affect day-to-day working operations Need broad buy-in from multiple stakeholders Have experienced rapid change in business complexity, business models, or technology Are willing to invest some up-front effort to ensure they build the right solution Need to be confident that the target user groups will accept and use the solution Need to ensure that their business and functional considerations explicitly drive solutions Need to track principles and requirements throughout the design and development process
  • 10. Intended Audience Solution Architecture Concept is important for solutions where the customer understands the overall business scope and direction into which the solution fits Solution Architecture Concept might not be needed for projects where requirements and implementations are well understood
  • 11. Intended Customer Audience Customer sponsor helps to identify workshop participants and stakeholders that can be interviewed before the workshop Customer sponsor and key stakeholders determine who will attend, what to discuss, and what information to provide to attendees Only some of the participants attend both days of the workshop Attendees on the first day are primarily concerned with business and functional aspects of the solution Attendees on the second day are primarily concerned with technical and implementation aspects of the solution
  • 12. Delivery Skills Solution Architect and/or Technology Consultant with skills: IT Strategy and Architecture General information system architecture Domain-specific business and technical architecture(s), such as Internet, intranet, extranet, data warehouse, electronic commerce, and security Modeling tools (UML) Delivery training (Delivering the Solution Architecture Concept Service) Skill in workshop facilitation, working in teams, report writing and presentation delivery
  • 13. Customer Roles and Responsibilities Customer Sponsor Sponsor’s Agent Key Stakeholders Participants
  • 14. Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Customer Sponsor Customer Sponsor Ideally a high-level executive, such as director group manager, on either the business or the information technology (IT) side Have overall responsibility for achieving a business result in the area the solution covers Responsible for: Initiating the workshop and approving plans Interfacing with the account manager to identify needs and communicate expectations Meeting with the solution architect before the workshop to approve direction and plans Approving the Letter of Engagement (LOE) Identifying an agent to work Meeting with the solution architect after the workshop to provide feedback
  • 15. Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Sponsor’s Agent Sponsor’s Agent Responsible for: Representing the customer sponsor, ensuring customer needs are addressed, and handling workshop logistics Providing input on the problem Managing funding and support issues Identifying key stakeholders and participants Arranging for workshop location and supplies Communicating with the customer team Addressing issues that affect the success of the workshop
  • 16. Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Key Stakeholders Key Stakeholders People in the customer organisation who must buy into the workshop’s goals and results Can help ensure the success of a workshop Can undermine any agreements or initiatives resulting from the workshop if they do not buy into the workshop Responsible for: Providing input on the problem Work to identify the business drivers, principles, models, and standards Explaining customer needs and issues Inform of potential problems Responding to business and IT questions
  • 17. Customer Roles and Responsibilities - Participants Participants Attend the workshop and providing input on areas of the problem that affect them
  • 18. Job Titles and Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Roles Engagement Manager Solution Architect Facilitator Subject Matter Expert (SME) Account Manager Support Consultant
  • 19. Engagement Manager Shares the responsibility for customer satisfaction with the solution architect Sometimes the engagement manager also fills the role of facilitator Responsible for: Arranging and ensuring the successful and timely delivery of the Architecture Concept Service Ensuring the right customer parties are engaged Managing overall logistics for the service Tracking the budget
  • 20. Solution Architect Shares responsibility for customer satisfaction with the engagement manager Fills the facilitator role additionally Responsible for: Delivering the Architecture Concept Service Defining what to deliver Designing the workshop Performing the service Interviewing Interacting with the customers during the workshop Analysing and synthesising the report Creating the presentation Leading the report presentation meeting- Cleaning up loose ends
  • 21. Facilitator Solution architect usually fills the facilitator role. Engagement manager may fills the role of facilitator In this case, the solution architect can sometimes fill the role of SME Same person usually facilitates both days of the workshop Responsible for Ensuring the workshop runs smoothly Following the agenda and timekeeping Capturing the results on flip charts (or other media visible to workshop attendees) Recognising and addressing any political, personal, or other issues that might jeopardise the ability to meet the stated workshop goals Analysing, clarifying, summarising
  • 22. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Providing business and/or technical expertise in one or more areas needed by the engagement Solution architect can fill the SME role Not recommended because it puts a heavy load on the solution architect
  • 23. Account Manager Does not need to attend the workshops Needs to be kept informed of the workshop results Account Executive is an essential party to the final report and presentation Responsible for: Managing the relationship with the customer (overall or services) and selling follow-on engagements Identifying the opportunity Providing access to key customer contacts Positioning the engagement within an overall context of the customer’s business Selling the value of the result
  • 24. Support Consultant Responsible for: Capturing all relevant information generated during the course of the workshop Performing research Helping to draft documents Capturing and documenting complete interview and workshop results Ensuring completeness of information Summarising the issues and results
  • 25. Job Titles and Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Roles Y = Yes ~Y = Generally yes, but verify that a specific individual with this title can fill this role N = No ~N = Generally no, but some individuals might have the skills to fill this role M = Might have these skills (people with this job title often can fill this role) * = Job title is the same as the role N ~Y N N N * Facilitator ~Y ~Y M N Y ~Y Business Developer ~N ~Y M N Y ~Y Program/Project Manager * M N N M M Account Executive (Sales) N Y Y √ ~Y ~Y Solution Architect N ~Y Y M M M Technology Consultant Account Executive Support Consultant Subject Matter Expert Solution Architect Engagement Manager Facilitator Job Titles Concept Workshop Engagement Roles
  • 26. Service Delivery Roadmap Introduction & Preparation  Finalise Project Revise Report, Deliver to Sponsor Presentation Workshop 2 days  Finalize Prep for Day 2  Evaluate Engagement  Agree on Work Presentation Draft Report  Prepare Workshop Deliverables  Prepare for Workshop Delivery Interview Key Stakeholders  Meet Sponsor  Run Workshop Day 2 Implementation View Technical View Principles, Models, Standards 1__________ 2__________ 3__________ 4__________  Run Workshop Day 1 Functional View Business View Principles, Models, Standards 1__________ 2__________ 3__________ 4__________ Business Drivers 1. Profit on widgets is dropping 2. Customers buy widgets expecting support Implementation Technical Functional Business Drivers and Principles: ITSA Business view Functional view Agenda Day 1  Deliver Report & Presentation Next Steps
  • 27. Part I: Introduction and Workshop Preparation Activity 1: Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet the Customer Sponsor Step 1: Review and understand the opportunity Step 2: Identify the customer sponsor Step 3: Prepare for the initial customer sponsor meeting Activity 2: Meet with the Customer Sponsor Step 1: Introduce Services and the Architecture Concept Service Step 2: Understand the scope of the business opportunity Step 3: Determine if the customer sponsor is ready to begin planning the workshop. (If yes, go to Activity 3; if no, continue with step 4) Step 4: Review the initial customer sponsor meeting Step 5: Write and deliver the Letter of Understanding (LOU) Activity 3: Agree on Work to be Done Step 1: Work with the customer sponsor to develop plan for the workshop Step 2: Write and deliver the Consulting Services Agreement (CSA) Step 3: Get CSA contract signed Activity 4: Prepare for Workshop Delivery Step 1: Interview stakeholders identified by the customer sponsor Step 2: Finalise schedule Step 3: Write and deliver briefing letter for workshop attendees Step 4: Assemble and prepare team for Architecture Concept workshop Step 5: Prepare for the workshop Step 6: Get the team together on site Step 7: Meet with the customer sponsor immediately before the workshop
  • 28. Activity 1: Evaluate Engagement and Prepare to Meet Customer Sponsor Objectives To determine the source and scope of the business opportunity To identify the customer sponsor and prepare for initial meeting Prerequisites Identify the opportunity and the customer is serious about wanting to deliver the Solution Architecture Concept Qualified the customer Completion Criteria The team has a general understanding of the business opportunity
  • 29. Activity 2: Meet with the Customer Sponsor Objectives To introduce the Services delivery team to the customer sponsor To check the chemistry of the interaction between the team and customer representatives To discuss customer needs, such as their overall goal, current status, questions, and decisions they need to make To gather information from the customer sponsor on the business and technical context of the work and their technology adoption profile To understand the unique requirements of the engagement and the delivery team Prerequisites The team has met with the Account Executive to understand commitments to the customer and any background information. The team has a plan for positioning the workshop The team has a value proposition for Solution Architecture and the Architecture Concept Completion Criteria The customer understands the service deliverables as defined in the Service Description (SD) The engagement manager and solution architect have a clear understanding of the customer’s environment and expectations Optional – The engagement manager has written and delivered a Letter of Understanding (LOU) to the customer
  • 30. Activity 3: Agree on Work to be Done Objectives To close on the definition of the service to be performed To identify people to fill the customer roles: sponsor’s agent, key stakeholders, and other participants. To establish a tentative schedule To write, deliver, and get signoff on the Concept Consulting Services Agreement contract Prerequisites The engagement manager and solution architect have had an initial meeting with the customer sponsor and have a general understanding of the business opportunity Completion Criteria The customer has signed the Concept Consulting Services Agreement contract
  • 31. Activity 4: Prepare for the Workshop Delivery Objectives To interview key stakeholders To finalise the schedule To assemble and prepare the team for the workshop To prepare for the workshop, including gathering/developing materials, planning work site, arranging for equipment, and reviewing final agenda Prerequisites The customer has signed the CSA Completion Criteria The solution architect has interviewed all key stakeholders. All customer participants have received the workshop briefing letter, which describes what will be done, why, and the level of commitment expected Key participants have committed to attend the workshop The team is onsite and prepared to deliver the workshop The solution architect or engagement manager has consulted the customer sponsor for any last-minute corrections to the workshop
  • 32. Part II: Concept Workshop Activity 5: Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional View Step 1: Conduct workshop day 1 Step 2: Review day 1 Step 3: Report status back to the customer sponsor (or the sponsor’s agent) Activity 6: Finalise Preparations for Day 2 Step 1: Complete preparations for day 2 Activity 7: Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View Step 1: Conduct workshop day 2 Step 2: Review day 2 Step 3: Review the entire workshop with the customer sponsor
  • 33. Activity 5: Conduct Workshop Day 1 – Business and Functional View Objectives To conduct a well-run and productive concept workshop day 1 To review day 1 Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The team has completed the pre-workshop activities in Part I Completion Criteria The team has completed day 1 of the concept workshop
  • 34. Activity 6: Finalise Preparations for Day 2 Objectives To make adjustments based on day 1 and prepare for day 2 Prerequisites The team has completed day 1 of the workshop The team has captured and reviewed information from day 1 Completion Criteria The team has completed preparations for day 2 of the Architecture Concept workshop
  • 35. Activity 7: Conduct Workshop Day 2 – Technology and Implementation View Objectives To conduct a well-run and productive Architecture Concept workshop day 2 To review the workshop, identify key points and next steps To make preliminary plans for producing and delivering the summary report and presentation Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The team has completed the preparation activities for day 2 listed in Activity 6 Completion Criteria The team has completed day 2 of the Architecture Concept workshop The team has completed the summary of day 2 with the customer
  • 36. Part III: Documentation and Presentation of Findings Activity 8: Prepare the workshop deliverables Step 1: Prepare a draft workshop report that summarises the workshop Step 2: Prepare the slide presentation Step 3: Discuss the draft workshop report and slides with the account executive Step 4: Revise the draft workshop report and slides Step 5: Plan the logistics of the presentation meeting Activity 9: Deliver the draft workshop report and presentation Step 1: Deliver the draft workshop report and presentation to the customer sponsor Activity 10: Finalise the project Step 1: Revise the draft workshop report Step 2: Mail or deliver the revised workshop report to the customer sponsor Step 3: Close the project
  • 37. Activity 8: Prepare the Workshop Deliverables Objectives To review the workshop and prepare the summary report and presentation for the customer To identify the next steps and possible future work Prerequisites The team has completed the workshop and gathered information from the customer on final reactions and key points Completion Criteria The team has completed the draft report and slides, including a list of actions and next steps to make progress on the solution The account executive has approved the draft report and slides
  • 38. Activity 9: Deliver Workshop Report and Presentation Objectives To deliver the draft workshop report and presentation. To get the sponsor to commit to implement the report’s recommendations or at least take the next step. The next step will often be to form a customer architect team for the solution. This team consists of a business leader, a program manager, and possibly an architect, with an architect to flesh out what needs to go into a Solution Architecture Blueprint Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The team has completed the draft workshop report and presentation The account executive is available to address any opportunities during the presentation Completion Criteria The solution architect has delivered the draft workshop report and presentation
  • 39. Activity 10: Finalise the Project Objectives To make final changes, gather summary input, and close the project Prerequisites The customer understands the objectives of this activity The solution architect has delivered the draft report and presentation to the customer sponsor The account executive has identified any next steps and new opportunities Completion Criteria The engagement manager has delivered the final report to the customer and formally closed the project The solution architect has prepared a project closure report that includes post-engagement analysis Ideally, there is an agreement from the customer sponsor to begin a follow-on engagement
  • 40. Solution Architecture Concept Workshop Templates ITSA Overview Customer Presentation V0.1.ppt Requirements Methodology Presentation V0.1.ppt Solution Architecture Concept Facilitator's Guide V0.1.doc Solution Architecture Concept Service Delivery Guide V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement A10 - Finalise Project - No Tools A2 - Meet Sponsor A3 - Agree on Work A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery A5 - Run Workshop Day 1 A6 - Finalise Preparation for Day 2 A7 - Run Workshop Day 2 - No Tools A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables A9 - Deliver Report and Presentation - No Tools A1 - Evaluate Engagement\ITSA Overview Customer Presentation V0.1.ppt A1 - Evaluate Engagement\LOU Engagement Plan Example V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\LOU Engagement Plan V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\Opportunity Assessment Worksheet V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\Previous Experience Worksheet V0.1.doc A1 - Evaluate Engagement\Vendor Matrix Example V0.1.ppt A2 - Meet Sponsor\Account Profile and Data Collection Worksheet V0.1.doc A2 - Meet Sponsor\Planning for Successful Contracts V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Business View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\C Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Capture Template for Drivers, Principles, and Related Information V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Concept Agendas V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Functional View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Implementation View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Participant Briefing Letter V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Pre-Workshop Customer Sponsor Meeting Planner V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Technical View Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Agenda Example V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Agenda V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Content and Role Planner V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Customer Participant Planner V0.1.doc A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Introduction Presentation V0.1.ppt A4 - Prepare for Workshop Delivery\Workshop Logistics Planner V0.1.doc A5 - Run Workshop Day 1\Key Questions for Customers.doc A5 - Run Workshop Day 1\Litmus Test for Principles Checklist.doc A5 - Run Workshop Day 1\Vision Exercise Planner.doc A6 - Finalise Preparation for Day 2\Interim Summary Presentation Example.ppt A6 - Finalise Preparation for Day 2\Interim Summary Presentation Planner.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Presentation Preparation Checklist.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Report on Architecture Workshop Example.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Report on Architecture Workshop.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Report Outline.doc A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Sponsor Presentation Example.ppt A8 - Prepare Workshop Deliverables\Sponsor Presentation.ppt
  • 41. More Information Alan McSweeney [email_address]