Why use the Architecture Design Framework?

Designing a cloud solution by using the Architecture Design Framework enables a more consistent approach to solutioning across the breadth of your cloud portfolio, which in turn decreases the solution process time and delivery risks.

Using the Architecture Design Framework also provides the structure to create reusable, repeatable solution architecture references and guidance which leads to the standardization of enterprise cloud solution design and the avoidance of one-of-a-kind snowflake solutions that are expensive to deploy, enhance, and maintain.

Before you start designing your architecture, review the IBM Well-Architected Framework. The principles, practices, and guidance for the following pillars include best practices to keep in mind to help you create solutions that are resilient, performant, and secure.

• Hybrid and portable
• Resiliency
• Efficient operations
• Security and compliance
• Performance
• Financial operations and sustainability

The Architecture Design Framework can then be used as a guide to ensure you have considered applicable requirements for each "aspect" and "domain". After you have identified the applicable requirements, you can evaluate and select the best fit for purpose components for your enterprise cloud solution.