This is a structured role‑based benefits matrix for the Open Agile Architecture™ Practitioner certification.
| Role | Key Benefits of Certification | How the Certification Supports the Role |
|---|---|---|
| Enterprise Architect | • Stronger alignment between architecture and Agile delivery • Ability to guide Agile at scale initiatives • Shared language with Agile teams | • Helps architects shift from project‑centric to product‑centric models • Provides tools for intentional architecture and continuous evolution • Supports governance without slowing delivery |
| Solution Architect | • Techniques for designing adaptable, incremental solutions • Understanding of Agile Architecture building blocks | • Enables solution design that evolves with product teams • Improves collaboration with Scrum teams, DevOps, and product owners |
| Software Architect | • Insight into emergent design vs. intentional architecture • Best practices for architecting digital products | • Helps balance long‑term sustainability with rapid iteration • Strengthens architectural decision‑making in Agile environments |
| Security Architect / Agile Security Architect | • Understanding of Agile Security Architecture principles • Ability to embed security into Agile and DevOps workflows | • Supports shift‑left security practices<br>• Helps integrate security architecture into continuous delivery pipelines |
| Digital Architect | • Framework for architecting in outcome‑based, team‑led organizations • Techniques for supporting Digital Transformation | • Provides structure for product‑centric operating models • Enhances ability to guide digital product lifecycle decisions |
| Agilist (Scrum Master, Agile Coach) | • Appreciation of architecture’s role in Agile at scale • Ability to collaborate more effectively with architects | • Helps bridge gaps between Agile delivery and architectural governance • Strengthens ability to support cross‑team alignment and flow |
| Business Manager / Product Manager | • Understanding of architectural considerations in digital product delivery • Insight into value streams and business agility | • Improves decision‑making for product investment and prioritization • Supports alignment between business outcomes and architectural direction |
| Digital Transformation Leader | • Techniques and mental models for architecting change • Understanding of organizational characteristics that enable agility | • Provides a structured approach to scaling agility across the enterprise • Helps leaders design transformation roadmaps grounded in architecture |
| IT Governance / Risk / Compliance Practitioner | • Understanding of how architecture supports governance in Agile environments • Insight into Lean value streams and continuous compliance | • Enables governance models that support, rather than hinder, agility • Helps integrate compliance into iterative delivery cycles |