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Requirements validation
We validate how proposed technical specifications align to actual functional needs, while probing the priorities influencing vendor selection.
Services · Assurance
Solution Architecture Assessments
Analyse your current solution landscape and make objective assessments.
Why it matters
Independent architecture guidance, from decision to delivery.
Our solution architecture assessments evaluate current solutions against best practices, known deficiencies, flow of data, integration complexity, infrastructure dependencies and other systemic characteristics.
Outcomes enable more robust planning and more confident investment decisions.
What we deliver
How the engagement works.
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Infrastructure evaluation
We model hosting environments and analyse utilisation trends for storage, networks and compute, whether on-premises, hybrid, public cloud or SaaS.
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Data review and lineage mapping
We diagram data creation sources, processing layers, storage schemas and usage contexts, including privacy, residency and lifecycle policies.
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Cybersecurity and access review
We examine controls, access policies, encryption and vulnerabilities, emphasising protection for sensitive application interfaces and data assets.
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Cost benchmarking
We provide comparative total cost of ownership analysis across solution options, factoring licence fees, integration needs, hosting and staffing over defined time horizons.
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Risk profiling
We detail solution architecture risk scenarios including points of failure, disaster recovery deficiencies, vendor instability indicators and upgrade complexity.
Frequently asked questions
Questions we hear most often.
Something else on your mind? We answer every enquiry within 24 hours on business days.
Our current state is poorly documented. Can SA develop a current state view as part of the assessment?
Yes. SA has the expertise to navigate technology landscapes with limited documentation. Clients find our architecture views invaluable when making decisions about future state and understanding interdependencies across systems and infrastructure.
What factors will SA consider when conducting an assessment?
Typically we assess against best practice appropriate to the type of assessment, such as industry, security or infrastructure, and against organisational strategy, principles where available, and business needs.
If the assessment identifies issues and risks, can SA assist in rectifying them?
Yes. SA can recommend how to rectify problems, evaluate options and work with you to select the option that best fits your organisation.
Want to know more?
Let’s talk about solution architecture assessments.
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