Conclusion

Reference architectures are not intended to be straightjackets that restrict project choices, but reference material that system architects can use to get a head start on designing platforms to meet the needs of the business. A good reference architecture tells the system architect what technical choices the enterprise has made and how to build projects that are interoperable with the overall enterprise infrastructure. Good reference material helps projects succeed in interoperating with other systems and also saves the enterprise money by saving the project time in researching options and developing solutions.

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