Enterprise Architecture in the Age of AI
"Architecture has now become the boardroom conversation. It's not about what we're building, but how we're building."
Enterprise architecture has long been a quiet force in the background—ensuring systems run smoothly, securely, and at scale. But today, its role is evolving. What was once a technical function is now central to how businesses compete and grow.
In this expert video, Darshana Thakker, IT Architecture Director and co-author of From the Backroom to the Boardroom, explains why enterprise architecture is now a strategic priority.
Her insights echo key themes from the report, highlighting the architect’s expanding role in shaping AI-enabled, future-ready organizations.
Over the past 25 years, architecture has thas shifted from a behind-the-scenes discipline to a business-critical capability. As Darshana puts it:
"Good architecture is invisible when it works."
We’re entering an era defined by intelligent systems, self-healing infrastructures, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI). Architecture is no longer just about building systems that are reliable and cost-effective. It’s about unlocking future potential—reimagining business models, questioning legacy processes, and designing for adaptability in an environment that’s shifting faster than ever.
Technology leaders face increasing pressure to make the right bets, amid a flood of new tools, models, and platforms. Knowing when to adapt, adopt, or wait is no small task.
AI is accelerating this uncertainty. It’s not just enhancing existing systems—it’s challenging organizations to rethink them entirely. At BCG Platinion, we help clients navigate this complexity, ensuring that architectural decisions support long-term business goals. Not just short-term solutions.
Modern architects are no longer focused solely on technical execution. They’re influencing strategic direction, helping leaders apply technologies like AI and cloud to drive resilience, efficiency, and innovation.
As business needs evolve, architecture must keep pace. That means moving beyond today’s solutions and building with flexibility for tomorrow’s opportunities.
Related Reading
Dive deeper into the evolution of enterprise architecture in our recent report, From the Backroom to the Boardroom.
Start with Part 1, where we explore how foundational architecture principles laid the groundwork for today’s digital transformation strategies—and why they remain critical for building what’s next.
Continue on to Part 2, where we delve into the new technologies, models, and leadership capabilities redefining enterprise architecture for the future.
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