The Alpinists of Enterprise Architecture
Episodes
North Star Architecture - From Strategy to Execution
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this episode as we delve deeper into the world of North Star architectures. We’ll explore practical strategies for translating vision int...
Why SAP goes all in on Enterprise Architecture
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of the Alpinists of Enterprise Architecture, we explore why THE leading ERP vendoris going all-in on EA. We traverse the ridge fr...
From Understanding the As-Is Architecture to Shaping the Future with Application Health Checks
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Ben and Jonas as they take a deep dive into Application Health Checks – a key element for understanding the as-is landscape and transforming in...
From PoC to Peak: Scaling Your Data Platform
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On todays episode of the Alpinists of Enterprise Architecture, we chart the climb from a data-platform proof of concept to an enterprise-grade summit ...
Navigating into the future with north star architectures
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we unpack the concept of north star architecture—a strategic blueprint guiding organizations through today’s fast-moving technolo...
Enterprise Architects: The Key to Smarter IT Decisions with Michael Stedler
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we sit down with Michael Stedler, co-founder of Softwaregini, to explore the pivotal role of Enterprise Architects in crafting coherent, co...
Strategic Value Drivers as the basis for everything ... and Architecture Guiding Principles
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Alpinists of Enterprise Architecture, we tackle the big questions that shape successful EA strategies: What exactly are Strateg...
The value case as the new centerpiece of EA
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into a game-changing concept: the Value Case. What exactly is a Value Case, and why is it critical for enterprise architects t...
Being a Strategic Enterprise Architecture Advisor and a Parent at the same time
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking that being a parent of little children and a strategic Consultant at the same time are diametrical opposites that cannot be reconcile...
Taming the App Jungle: Value and Benefits of Application Portfolio Advisory
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is your application landscape a wild, untamed mess? In this episode, we explore Application Portfolio Advisory – a critical practice for gaining co...
Enterprise architecture as a key role in enabling agile change
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered, whether the value of Enterprise Architecture as a discipline in companies is still debatable or whether it has become a no-bra...
Enterprise Architecture at Universities - Insights from a CIO
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the complexities of Enterprise Architecture (EA) in academic institutions, featuring Ulrich Schielein, CIO of Goethe U...
EA as the Driver of the Sustainability Agenda
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we invite you to explore the topic of sustainability from an Enterprise Architecture perspective with us. Because let's be honest: ma...
The Alpinist’s Hiking Guide to Omnichannel Excellence
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Alpinists! Remember the last time you went shopping for hiking shoes and found yourself juggling between online and in-store options? It’s a c...
Cultural Awareness in EA
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Ben, Sajid and Tom as they take you around the world with EA. Together we explore what Enterprise Architecture means in Europe, the Middle East a...
Boosting EA Creativity with AI
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join the eye-opening discussion about the value of artificial intelligence in making Enterprise Architects more creative. Our experts Joana Tiedtke, ...
Transforming Insurance: Consulting insights on Enterprise Architecture and automation
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join seasoned Enterprise Architects Thomas Wagenknecht, Colin Schneider, and Christian Block as they delve into the intersection of Enterprise Archite...
Skills and Learnings to get going as a junior EA
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does it feel to swim against the tide? How can you get yourself out of tricky situations? After discussing tips and tricks for junior EAs in an ea...
Navigating Data Spaces: The role of Enterprise Architecture in a connected world
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode we delve into the concept of data spaces and explore the pivotal role of enterprise architecture for seamless connectivity ...
Business Innovation Patterns as an Accelerator for Change
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today companies are faced with an ever increasing pace of disruptive change based on accelerated innovation cycles, political changes, climate change,...
Generative AI & Enterprise Architecture
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, seasoned Enterprise Architects engage in an in-depth conversation about the integration of Generative AI into the profession...
Scenario-based Strategy: The Value of Architecture Navigating a Rapidly Changing Landscape
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Classical IT strategies are typically elaborate, covering several years, focusing on integrating advanced technology solutions into businesses to achi...
The Impact of Gen AI on Software Development
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the profound impact of generative artificial intelligence on software development. Our experts Alexander Gille, Kevin Weber and Benjamin Z...
Enterprise Architects mastering Agile Environments
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, seasoned Enterprise Architects share their real-world experiences in agile organizations. Dive into discussions on cultural, governan...
What makes a good junior EA?
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our third episode we dive into the meta realm of Enterprise Architecture and ask ourselves - what does it take to be a good (junior) Enterprise Arc...
A heated discussion about Low-Code/No-Code platforms
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the fascinating world of Low-Code/No-Code platforms as we embark on a captivating episode filled with diverse perspectives. Dive into the co...
Is the Hype about APIs over?
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore the question: Is the hype about APIs over? Join us in diving deeper into the topic of integration! Reach out via LinkedIn (...