Episode 18 | Setting the Stall Out Early in Architecture with Phil Williams - Chief Architect at EB

Welcome to another episode of Transformational Blueprints with Mario Michaels, founder of Synaxia Group. Join us as we dive deep into the evolving role of architecture in large-scale tech transformations with insights from Phil Williams, a tech transformation expert since 1995. This episode covers the transformation from traditional systems thinking to a flexible, product/service approach, emphasizing the balance between technical and soft skills. Explore the challenges of selling architectural concepts, aligning practices with business needs, and balancing governance with agile development. Learn about the significance of data strategies, machine learning, and AI in revolutionizing industries. Tune in for real-world lessons, strategies, and the latest innovations in tech architecture.

03:56 Role and Scope at Enterprise Blueprints
06:58 The Evolution of Architecture
12:45 Qualities of a Great Architect
19:29 Developing Sales Skills in Architecture
23:07 Aligning Architecture with Business Needs
28:04 Balancing Governance and Speed in Architecture
29:26 Case Study: Agile Transformation Outside Governance
30:49 Decentralizing Governance for Efficiency
33:09 Integrating Business and Technology Architecture
39:25 Challenges in Digital Transformation
49:24 The Role of AI in Modern Business