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SOA applications: Why businesses are using SOA, skills architects need

Use of SOA applications has regained popularity. Matt Brasier speculates why, and offers advice about the skills architects will need to use SOA. Continue Reading
SOA architecture: How enterprise architects can find problems

Enterprise architects can find problems with an SOA architecture through monitoring and testing. Continue Reading
Integration methods: The pros and cons of REST integration with SOA

There isn't a shortage of success and failure stories with any integration method. Here's a look at when REST integration with SOA may be best. Continue Reading
Why, when to use messaging middleware

Messaging middleware has shifted from integration with legacy systems to integration between any two systems. Continue Reading
HTML5 or native applications: Which should you use?

There are scenarios where HTML5 is better than native applications. Expert Michael Ogrinz discusses best uses for each. Continue Reading

How to use an XML appliance for versioning, governance

XML appliances are only able to enforce policies placed in the request path, reminds enterprise architect Todd Biske, so it's important to ensure systems can't go around the gateway. Continue Reading
SOA governance: What customizations are important

It's important not to let solid governance practices be limited to SOA, because deficiencies in other areas impact efforts. Continue Reading
Architects can meet mobile user needs by altering mindset

Smartphones, tablets and desktop computers don't just differ in screen size; they are different form factors. Continue Reading
SOA governance: Must-have versioning tools, top features, best practices

Following certain best practices and using appropriate versioning tools are key when it comes to service-oriented architecture governance. Continue Reading
REST or SOAP: Which offers the most benefits for mobile applications

When choosing between REST or SOAP for mobile apps, it's important to remember there are two major models: native and wrapped mobile web applications. Continue Reading
Is a business architecture reference model key to SOA projects?

Designing SOA to work with business initiatives is a challenge facing SOA projects. Business architecture reference models help, says Ramsay Millar. Continue Reading

How to minimize delays with project governance

Expert Todd Biske gives six strategic hints to help minimize deadline delays with project governance. Continue Reading
What is the role of business transformation in the cloud?

James Staten, Forrester vice president and principal analyst, discusses the role of business transformation in the cloud and other related issues. Continue Reading
What are some top cloud and mobile trends of 2012?

James Staten, Forrester vice president and principal analyst, details the top cloud and mobile trends of 2012. Continue Reading
Moving business functions to the cloud? What you should know

Forrester Vice President and principal analyst James Staten explains what companies need to know before moving business functions to the cloud. Continue Reading