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S2 | E11 | How to Get People to Listen to Architects with Petra in’t Veld-Brown
Episode 113rd June 2025 • Transformational Blueprints • Synaxia Group
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In this episode of Transformational Blueprints, we interview Petra in’t Veld-Brown, an expert in strategic business transformation and enterprise architecture.

With over 30 years of experience, Petra shares her journey and insights into effectively integrating business change delivery with architecture.


The conversation covers the evolving role of architects from technical experts to enablers of organisational change, the importance of transparency and clear communication, and how architects can influence business decisions without being perceived as blockers. Petra also discusses how can architects can ensure accountability for architecture outcomes without stepping into operational decision-making?


07:54 Challenges and Perceptions of Architects

17:23 Architects as Advisors and Facilitators

21:48 The Role of Architects in Decision Making

22:29 Recording Decisions and Their Consequences

23:55 Adapting Architecture to Changing Environments

24:45 Communicating Effectively as an Architect

25:42 Simplifying Complex Information

27:52 The Importance of Reference Architecture

30:21 Enterprise vs. Solution Architecture

32:07 Advice for New Chief Architects

35:33 Future of Architecture and Technology


Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SynaxiaGroup

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