Software architecture
Software architecture questions business owners should ask
Business owners do not need to choose every technology, but they do need visibility into the architectural decisions that shape delivery risk and long-term cost.
Ask how the system will change
The important question is not whether a solution uses a fashionable technology. It is how safely the team can add capability, integrate another system or fix an issue as the business evolves.
Ask how the system will be operated
A complete architecture includes deployment, monitoring, backups, access and documentation. These make a system more dependable long after the initial build is finished.
Ask what assumptions create risk
Good technical guidance explains constraints and trade-offs in business terms. Knowing where the uncertainty is helps leaders make better decisions about scope and investment.