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Leading a Software Architecture Revolution - Part 2a: Strategic Prioritization
Published Jul 5, 2023 · Marden Neubert, Joseph W. Yoder
Proceedings of the 28th European Conference on Pattern Languages of Programs
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Abstract
Software architecture revolution is the extensive and profound transformation of a software system’s fundamental structures. It aims to enhance attributes such as scalability, availability, and maintainability or to enable the implementation of new requirements incompatible with the system’s current capabilities. Undertaking an architectural revolution requires significant organizational effort and commitment, and effective leadership is crucial for its success. Despite the extensive research available on the technical aspects of architectural transformations, few studies focus on the leadership perspective. Leaders play a crucial role in championing the revolution initiative, prioritizing activities, negotiating resource allocation, evaluating outcomes, implementing corrective measures, and reporting accomplishments. This article builds up on our previous work and presents practical insights to describe effective strategic prioritization patterns for enhancing the effectiveness of architectural revolution initiatives.
Effective leadership is crucial for leading software architecture revolutions, prioritizing activities, negotiating resource allocation, evaluating outcomes, and reporting accomplishments.
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