Old Business Transformation Methods Don’t Fix Today’s Problems

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Old Business Transformation Methods Dont Fix Todays Problems

Welcome to this insightful blog post from HOBA Tech, where we discuss why old business transformation methods don’t fix today’s problems.

In this post, we delve into the limitations of traditional business transformation methods in addressing contemporary business challenges. We also explore the need for innovative and adaptive approaches to business transformation in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

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By understanding the limitations of old methods and the need for innovative approaches, you can better navigate your business transformation journey. Let’s dive in!

The world has changed. The old ways of doing business are dying fast.

To keep up, you need to change and transform your business.

You need a new tool.

A tool that that’ll help you avoid business transformation failure.

Still not convinced? Here’s what you need to know.

What Is The Problem With Business Transformation?

The problem is….

70% of business transformation programmes fail.

In a previous post , we discussed the reasons why they fail .

These are:

These reasons are happening because…

…existing frameworks for business transformation programs are not business driven.

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They highlight the importance of technology, without listening to the businesses’ needs.

They’re not supported from the top.

They don’t involve the businesses’ stakeholders

And don’t cater to changes necessary for the organization.

Why?

We’re not saying that old established processes have no credibility.

…but the point is they’re too old.

There are two leading business architecture frameworks:

First is TOGAF®.

This  stands for The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF®).

It is owned by The Open Group, for developing Enterprise Architecture (EA).

The Open Group and TOGAF® view Business Architecture as a single phase…

Here’s a figure that illustrates what I mean:

Enterprise Architecture is made up of two main domains - Business Architecture and IT Architecture 🏠
Enterprise Architecture is made up of two main domains - Business Architecture and IT Architecture 🏠

TOGAF® doesn’t see Business Architecture as a discipline, methodology or framework in its own right.

Instead, there’s a heavy emphasis on the technology-side of the business, compared to the business-side.

Another framework is the Zachman Framework in 1987.

It’s not actually a ‘framework’ per se.

It’s a method of classifying the documentation which makes up the Enterprise.

What’s The Ideal Framework For Business Transformation?

Ideally, Enterprise Architecture is made up of equal parts Business Architecture and Technology Architecture.

Enterprise Architecture (EA) Puzzle - EA is made up of Business Architecture and Technology Architecture 🏤
Enterprise Architecture (EA) Puzzle - EA is made up of Business Architecture and Technology Architecture 🏤

Although,  Business Architecture is an important aspect of the Enterprise Architecture, there’s been a growing emphasis on technology architecture for the past few years.

To keep up, you need to change and transform your business.

You need a new tool.

A tool that that’ll help you avoid business transformation failure.

Still not convinced? Here’s what you need to know.

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What Is The Problem With Business Transformation?

The problem is….

70% of business transformation programmes fail.

In a previous post , we discussed the reasons why they fail .

These are:

These reasons are happening because…

…existing frameworks for business transformation programs are not business driven.

They highlight the importance of technology, without listening to the businesses’ needs.

They’re not supported from the top.

They don’t involve the businesses’ stakeholders

And don’t cater to changes necessary for the organization.

Why?

We’re not saying that old established processes have no credibility.

…but the point is they’re too old.

There are two leading business architecture frameworks:

First is TOGAF®.

This  stands for The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF®).

It is owned by The Open Group, for developing Enterprise Architecture (EA).

The Open Group and TOGAF® view Business Architecture as a single phase…

Here’s a figure that illustrates what I mean:

…so business architecture is slowly becoming less prioritized.

…even if it’s very important.

The Role of Business Architecture in EA has fallen over time due to the rise of Technology 😳
The Role of Business Architecture in EA has fallen over time due to the rise of Technology 😳

So what’s the answer?

You need a business-led framework that puts the business first.

It has to be  business-driven

And you need to use an agile framework for that.

When we say agile, it means that it has the ability to change and be flexible.

And most importantly….

It addresses the 4 causes of business transformation failure:

…which we discussed in a previous post here and here.

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Conclusion

In conclusion, this blog post from HOBA Tech has shed light on the limitations of traditional business transformation methods in addressing today’s complex business challenges.

It has emphasized the need for innovative and adaptive approaches to business transformation in the face of rapid changes in the business landscape.

Understanding these limitations and the need for innovation is crucial for businesses seeking to navigate their transformation journey successfully.

It’s not just about sticking to old methods, but about adapting and innovating to meet the unique challenges of today’s business environment.

Learn More

If you found this post informative and would like to learn more about business transformation and other related topics, we invite you to explore further on HOBA Tech’s website.

Contact Us

If you’re interested in discussing how HOBA Tech can assist your business in navigating the business transformation journey, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

We look forward to hearing from you and helping your business to thrive in the modern age.

Thank you for reading this!

Sincerely,

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Heath Gascoigne

P.S. Existing frameworks for business transformation programs are technology-led not business driven.

P.P.S. If you want to learn the right frameworks that will help you transform your business, check out The Business Transformation Playbook here.

For more information, visit https://hoba.tech

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