Services · Governance

Architecture Review Board as a Service

Architecture oversight for initiative evaluations and technology guidance, without the overhead of sustaining a board yourself.

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Decision gates with review oversight

Why it matters

Independent architecture guidance, from decision to delivery.

An Architecture Review Board (ARB) is an invaluable governance body for evaluating proposed programs, setting best practice, resolving conflicts and consistently aligning projects with business objectives.

The complex interdisciplinary makeup and facilitation bandwidth required to run an ARB proves challenging for many enterprises to sustain long term. Our modular service gives you access to the capability you need, when you need it.

What we deliver

How the engagement works.

01

On-demand ARB staffing

We provide experienced architects, security leaders and process experts to temporarily fill ARB seats as reviewers.

02

ARB administration

We can fully manage scheduling, agenda setting, document intake and publishing outcomes, or work with you to empower your in-house teams to perform this critical role.

03

ARB platform provisioning

We configure your platform or provide our own tool, SAM, to manage ARB collaboration including submissions and documentation templates tailored to your workflows.

04

Post-ARB implementation support

Our consultants advise your teams on remediation for non-compliant aspects and answer ad hoc queries around standards application.

05

ARB education services

We conduct onboarding, provide framework training and can ultimately transition ARB oversight in-house.

Frequently asked questions

Questions we hear most often.

Something else on your mind? We answer every enquiry within 24 hours on business days.

Could an ARB as a service become an expensive overhead?

No. SA has packages to match your organisation’s speed and needs. The cost of wrong technology decisions is far greater than the service cost.

How long does it take to put an ARB in place?

Usually between 2 and 4 weeks, depending on urgency, complexity and the maturity of your organisation.

How can an ARB help my organisation?

An ARB is designed to enable faster and better technology decisions. ARB as a service provides on-demand experts to help you through the process.

Is my organisation too small to have an ARB?

No. Technology governance matters at every size. Successful organisations have a place where technology decisions and their long-term impact are discussed, and an ARB can be structured in several ways to suit your needs.

Can SA help me set up the ARB for us to run?

Yes. We establish the ARB and associated processes, along with the training your team needs to be self-sufficient.

Want to know more?

Let’s talk about architecture review board as a service.

Give us a call or send a message any time. We endeavour to answer all enquiries within 24 hours on business days.

Contact

Level 2 / 696 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia