R. Scott Bittler
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Research VP, Gartner

R. Scott Bittler
Scott Bittler is a Research VP in Gartner Research. He is recognized as a leading authority on enterprise architecture, IT strategy and portfolio management. Bringing over 29 years of IT industry experience, a successful track record of accomplishment, and a tremendous body of best-practice client knowledge, he publishes leading-edge research and very actively serves clients as a trusted advisor, coach, educator and workshop facilitator. Mr. Bittler is an in-demand speaker on enterprise architecture, IT strategy and portfolio management. He has served clients across all seven continents, including more than 100 of the Global 2000 largest companies and numerous government clients at the federal, state/provincial and municipal levels.

SESSIONSLATEST RESEARCH
4 Sessions
Show Descriptions
Wednesday
Wednesday
07:15 AM - 08:00 AM
Tutorial: How to Re-start and Re-energize your Enterprise Architecture
Speaker: R. Scott Bittler
Session Type: Tutorial Session
Location: Potomac 1
ID: T1
Tracks: F, S
You need to sign on to be able to download session documents.EA14-T1-ea14-t1-101-bittler-os.pdf
A significant portion of EA programs are in some stage of "re-birth". Some are restarting after one or more past failures, while others are struggling to re-kindle the flames after some stagnation has set in. This session provides proven, pragmatic ideas on how to address these scenarios.

* What are the most common EA program failure scenarios?
* What should be done in a new attempt at EA to be successful?
* How can we move an EA program out of a stagnation phase?
Wednesday
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Top 3 Value Outcomes from EA Engaging PPM
Speaker: R. Scott Bittler
Session Type: Track Session
Location: Potomac B
ID: B1
Tracks: B, I
You need to sign on to be able to download session documents.EA14-B1-ea14-b1-105-bittler-os.pdf
Increasingly senior executives are expecting EA practitioners to focus on strategic value. By marrying EA and PPM, organizations can drive investment priorities, and track projects toward delivering value. In this session we will focus on the types of deliverables and how EA and PPM teams deliver artifacts, advice and guidance that helps the business make more effective decisions.

* What are the top 3 business and technology outcomes from EA engaging with PPM?
* What types of EA/PPM deliverables should organizations develop to illustrate investment priorities?
Wednesday
01:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Workshop: Creating an Enterprise Context for Public Sector Organizations (Registration opens April 9th . This session is for end users only. Pre-registration is required.)Registration is currently closed for this session. Please go to the session room prior to the start of the session for more details on availability.
Speakers: R. Scott Bittler, Cathleen E. Blanton
Session Type: Workshop
Location: Potomac 1
ID: W1
Tracks: F, S
You need to sign on to be able to download session documents.EA14-W1-ea14-w1-110-bittler-blanton-os.pdf
Government organizations need to create enterprise architecture requirements, just as any company should. In this workshop, we will focus on presenting the basic format for a public sector enterprise context and brainstorm on how you can create your own content.

* Why is developing an enterprise context critical for public sector organizations?
* What types of content should be included in a public sector enterprise context?
Wednesday
03:45 PM - 04:15 PM
Net IT Out: Case Studies in Best Practice EA Communication
Speaker: R. Scott Bittler
Session Type: Net IT Out Session
Location: Potomac B
ID: A3
Tracks: A, F, T
You need to sign on to be able to download session documents.EA14-A3-ea14-a3.pdf
Many EA practitioners struggle to involve the right people in the planning efforts they facilitate and in marketing their architectural guidance. Both of these problems are largely caused by poor communication approaches. This session will illustrate key best practices with case study examples.

* How to get stakeholder analysis right?
* What are the best ways to communicate and engage the right people in EA?
* What are some best practices and examples for communicating the use of EA content?