What This Guide Covers
Technical Architecture defines the foundational technology capabilities that support applications, data, and integration. This guide blends TOGAF Technology Architecture concepts with modern cloud, DevOps, and platform engineering practices.
1. Technical Architecture in TOGAF
TOGAF defines Technology Architecture as the logical software and hardware capabilities required to support application and data services.
- Compute, storage, and networking
- Cloud services and container platforms
- Security and identity services
- DevOps and automation
2. Cloud Architecture
Cloud is now the default foundation for modern Technical Architecture.
- Cloud-native principles
- Infrastructure as code
- Resilience and scalability patterns
- Hybrid and multi-cloud considerations
3. Platform Engineering
Platform engineering provides reusable, self-service capabilities for product teams.
- Internal developer platforms
- CI/CD pipelines
- Observability and monitoring
- Security services and guardrails
4. Security Architecture
Security must be embedded into every layer of the Technical Architecture.
- Zero trust principles
- Identity and access management
- Network segmentation
- Threat detection and response
Downloadable Assets
- Technical Architecture Reference Model (PDF)
- Cloud Architecture Checklist (PDF)
- DevOps Maturity Assessment (PDF)
- Security Architecture Principles (PDF)