A Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) offers a range of benefits for enterprises that need to streamline the delivery of IT services and improve their ability to respond to new competitive demands. However, the impact of moving to a SOA in terms of people, processes, and technology is significant. A comprehensive governance plan is required to manage initial and ongoing change and to ensure that the business gets full value from its investment in the new architecture.
This research note explores:
- The basic need for SOA governance.
- Three key governance stages.
- Recommendations for first steps.
IT and business leaders must recognize the critical importance of SOA governance and approach early SOA planning efforts accordingly.
