Principles describe a stable set of guiding values. So are there any fundamental core principles that consistently guide all enterprise architecture practice? And, if so, what are they? When we know these core principles, and make them clear to all stakeholders, then the purpose and value of EA will be more visible and obvious. In this Executive Update, we explore and answer these questions, and list the 10 core principles followed by contemporary EA practice.
Executive Update
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