IT Architecture For Dummies

Part I: Developing the Architecture.

Chapter 1: Planning for Enterprise Realignment.

Chapter 2: Exploring Tasks, Roles, and Tools.

Chapter 3: Pondering Platform Pros and Cons.

Part II: Defining the Role of IT Architecture.

Chapter 4: Reducing Complexity through Standardization and Consolidation.

Chapter 5: Planning Enterprise Information Security.

Chapter 6: Complying with Mandates and Managing Risk

Part III: Creating an Enterprise Culture.

Chapter 7: Developing Identity and Access Management Strategies.

Chapter 8: Developing a Network Culture through Collaboration Solutions.

Chapter 9: Reviewing Communication Methods.

Part IV: Developing an Extended Network Enterprise.

Chapter 10: Managing Data Storage.

Chapter 11: Managing Application Development.

Chapter 12: Planning for the Mobile Enterprise.

Part V: Obtaining Value beyond the Basic Enterprise.

Chapter 13: Virtualizing Enterprise Systems.

Chapter 14: Facilitating High-Performance Computing.

Chapter 15: Enabling Green IT.

Part VI: Protecting the Enterprise.

Chapter 16: Planning Technology Updates.

Chapter 17: Planning Security Strategies.

Chapter 18: Planning Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery.

Part VII: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 19: Ten Challenges for Redesigning an Existing Enterprise.

Chapter 20: Ten “Low-Hanging Fruit” Opportunities.

Glossary.

Index.