EAF->Application Architecture->Platforms status update for Silver Bullet Pro
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Architecture Group participates in EAB (probably annual) determining TDF designations for Platforms within Application Architecture.
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EAB consults the Application Architecture Framework and identifies relevant platforms (e.g., .Net, J2EE as well as Silver Bullet Pro)
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EAB assigns stakeholders across the Enterprise to evaluate the platforms and recommend a status for each.
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Stakeholders will utilize a set of agreed upon characteristics (see Selection Criteria slide) to perform their evaluation.
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In context of other existing platforms, Stakeholders determine that Silver Bullet Pro lifecycle from Core to Declining technology.
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Subsequent review of Application Portfolio identifies Studio applications “platformed” on Silver Bullet Pro, recommends a Sunset Policy.
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Sunset Policy drives decision making around investment (whether expense or capital) in identified Applications.