Enterprise Architecture Decision Log

Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]

Date: [DATE]

Department: [Enterprise Architecture]

The Enterprise Architecture Decision Log is designed to document IT architecture decisions, including changes and their impacts. Created by enterprise architects or IT managers, this log helps IT leadership and project managers ensure alignment and compliance with architectural strategies and policies.

Date	Decision Authority	Decision Details	Impact & Consequences	Status
2050-07-23	Alice Brown	Migrate database to cloud infrastructure	Impact: Enhanced scalability and access. Consequences: Initial setup costs and learning curve	Completed
2050-07-23	David Green	Implement new security protocol for user access	Impact: Improved data protection. Consequences: Potential compatibility issues with legacy systems	In Progress
2050-07-24	Maria Lopez	Upgrade network hardware across data centers	Impact: Increased network performance. Consequences: Downtime during installation	Planned
2050-07-24	John White	Standardize API interfaces for internal applications	Impact: Improved integration. Consequences: Short-term development delays	Completed
2050-07-25	Lisa Johnson	Decommission legacy server systems	Impact: Cost savings and reduced complexity. Consequences: Data migration challenges and user adaptation	In Review

Reminders

Update Regularly: Ensure the log is updated consistently with new architecture decisions and their statuses.
Assess Impacts: Regularly evaluate the impacts and consequences of decisions to ensure they align with strategic goals and address architectural needs.
Document Rationale: Clearly document the rationale behind decisions to support future reviews and audits.
Track Consequences: Monitor the consequences of each decision to manage risks and ensure smooth implementation.
Communicate Changes: Keep relevant stakeholders informed about significant architecture changes to maintain alignment and support.