
Mentoring-Based Enterprise Architect Development Program
To address mid-senior level gaps in enterprise architecture capabilities, we partnered with a global insurance corporation to design a mentoring-based development program. This initiative emphasized on-the-job learning, allowing participants to acquire practical expertise while being closely mentored by seasoned professionals.
Client
Global Insurance Provider and Fortune 100 Firm
Industry
Insurance
Area
Software architecture
Need
Boost enterprise architecture expertise
Results at a glance
30%
rise in internal promotions to enterprise architect roles.
40%
reduction in time to competency
15%
increase in job satisfaction
12%
boost in retention within the technology team
THE CHALLENGE
The client faced critical gaps in enterprise architecture expertise, particularly at the mid-senior level.
Key challenges included:
Flexibility Needs: Traditional training programs were insufficiently flexible for practical, on-the-job learning.
Skill Depth Requirements: Developing nuanced enterprise architecture skills required immersive, hands-on training.
Capacity Building: Bridging the gap between existing capabilities and organizational demands required tailored interventions.
THE SOLUTION
We developed a mentoring-based program that featured:

DELIVERY
Conducted initial capability assessments to align participants with suitable mentors. Delivered limited classroom sessions to establish foundational knowledge. Supported participants throughout the program with real-time mentoring and practical assignments.
RESULTS
The program delivered the following benefits:
Increased Promotions: A 30% rise in internal promotions to enterprise architect roles.
Faster Competency Development: Reduced time to competency by 40%.
Improved Project Outcomes: A 20% improvement in scalability, risk management, and compliance-related project results.
Higher Engagement: A 15% increase in job satisfaction 12% boost in retention within the technology team.