Overview
In this module, you were given an overview of IT architecture and infrastructure issues and designs. This process begins by translating a business into IT architecture, and then translating that architecture into infrastructure.
Prompt
In this activity, you will read about how Chubb Industries successfully used enterprise architecture (EA) to build its business, sustain more efficient operations, and provide better access to IT intellectual capital. As the textbook authors state, “Enterprise architecture is the broad design that includes both the information systems architecture and the interrelationships in the enterprise” (Pearlson& Saunders, p. 151).
The case study in the textbook is adapted from a much longer case study featured in MIS Quarterly.
For this week’s activity:
- Read the case study (6-1) from Chapter 6 in the textbook, entitled “Enterprise Architecture at Chubb Industries.”
- As you read, consider the ways in which Chubb Industries used EA to align its business and information technology.
- Respond to the provided questions below.
References
Pearlson, K., & Saunders, C. (2020). Managing and using information systems: A strategic approach (7th edition). Wiley.
Guidelines for Submission
Your submission should be 2 to 3 pages, double spaced, and submitted as a Word document. Also, 2 to 3 resources are required and must be appropriately cited using APA style. These resources can include the textbooks and resources from previous modules, as well as original resources you have consulted. Please write out the questions in your document.
Your responses should be in complete paragraphs and should contain the following:
- Answer all of the questions thoroughly and completely. Write out the questions in your document.
- Your answers should be original and in your words.
- Make direct connections between the issues identified in the case study and the concepts covered in the provided resources in Module Three.
- Support your answers with appropriate examples and facts drawn from the case study.
- Use correct grammar, sentence structure, and spelling, and demonstrate an understanding of audience and purpose.
Questions
- What are the guiding principles of the architecture created at Chubb?
- What were some of the advantages of developing architectural standards at Chubb?
- It is important for enterprise architecture to reflect and support the business objectives of an organization. How was this accomplished at Chubb? Describe how the new architecture supports the goals and strategy of Chubb.
- How can Chubb ensure that the new architecture will meet and support future objectives?
- Did the decentralized enterprise architecture model meet Chubb’s long-term business goals? Why?
