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Solution Options Analysis
A solution options analysis is an effective format to both evaluate options and present recommendations to decision makers for approval.
Dan Hughes
October 30, 2021
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Evaluating Technology Solution Options
Any solution architecture is a series of technology decisions. This is our best practice for evaluating technology solution options.
Dan Hughes
September 30, 2021
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Platform-Specific Architecture Diagrams
While they have their place, platform-specific diagram notations are not a good choice for solution architecture diagrams. Learn why and when it is appropriate to use them.
Dan Hughes
August 31, 2021
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Nurturing Excellence in the Workplace
People power your journey to be a world-class organization. Here are 7 practices to nurture excellence and maximize people's performance.
Dan Hughes
August 17, 2021
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Information Flow Diagram: Go with the Flow!
An information flow diagram is an effective way to understand a solution architecture – it is easy to create and intuitive for your audience. This “101” will get you creating them in no time!
Dan Hughes
July 31, 2021
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How to Hire Great People
We have a track record of hiring great people. How do we do it? Learn about the principles and process that helps us find the Wittij Consultants you love.
Dan Hughes
July 9, 2021
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Perspective Matters in Solution Architecture
Five tips to gain a better perspective while identifying the best solution architecture for your projects and organization.
Craig McDade
June 17, 2021
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Solution User Diagram for Rapid Scoping
The solution user diagram is a quick and easy way to understand the scope of people's needs and the first critical step in designing a solution.
Dan Hughes
May 31, 2021
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Non-Functional Requirement Examples
Here are some examples of non-functional requirements to help you on your journey to more successful technology projects.
Dan Hughes
April 30, 2021
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The “People Risk” in Solution Architecture
In our previous series on Risk, we talked about how to Leverage Risk for Solution Architecture. Specifically, we discussed the competing forces that pull a solution architecture design in different directions:
Craig McDade
April 16, 2021
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Writing Non-Functional Requirements: A How-To
Writing non-functional requirements can be a breeze if you know the tricks. Here are best practices for authoring and launching them.
Dan Hughes
March 31, 2021
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Non-Functional Requirements: What, Why, and How
Understanding non-functional requirements starts with understanding what they are, why they help, and how to apply them. This a 101 article on just that!
Dan Hughes
March 19, 2021
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Technology Guiding Principles For Better Decisions
Technology guiding principles are the easiest way to start making better technology decisions that result in better business outcomes.
Dan Hughes
February 28, 2021
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Improve Business Outcomes with Technology Guardrails
Learn how Fulton Bank, a $25.7 billion financial services holding company, enabled better technology decision making organization-wide.
Dan Hughes
February 3, 2021
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Leading Through a Crisis
Great leadership is important all the time. When leading through a crisis the stakes are higher. Here are 5 principles for great leadership.
Dan Hughes
January 18, 2021