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Architecture & modelling

Building sustainable software solutions together

In today's complex software landscapes, a collaborative approach to architecture and modelling is essential. We believe that effective communication between stakeholders and development teams leads to software that is both robust and flexible, and seamlessly aligned with business needs. Through collaborative modelling and principles such as Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Team Topologies, we facilitate an environment where every voice is heard and contributes to the end result.

Why choose our approach?

By taking a sociotechnical approach, we bridge the gap between technology and human behaviour within organisations. Our focus is on creating sustainable and resilient software architectures that grow with your business. We facilitate deep collaboration and democratic decision-making to ensure that the solutions developed are both technically solid and organisationally appropriate.

For whom.

Architecture & Modelling is designed for organisations and teams developing or managing complex software and looking for ways to improve their processes and collaboration. It is ideal for:

Software development teams who want better structures and communication.
Architects and technical leaders who want to design future-proof systems.
Organisations struggling with legacy systems and looking to modernise them.
Companies looking to develop scalable and resilient solutions tailored to both technical and organisational needs.

Whether you have a small team looking to work more efficiently or a large company looking to streamline complex systems, we help you bring structure, clarity and effectiveness to your software development process.

What do we offer?

Training courses for architecture and modelling

We offer a wide range of training in architecture and modelling, including collaborative modelling, Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Team Topologies. With these, teams and leaders develop the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement robust, scalable and future-proof software architectures.

Consultancy and implementation support

Our consultants support organisations in designing and improving their software architecture. From addressing legacy systems to setting up modern IT structures, we guide your organisation every step of the way, with a focus on scalability and collaboration.

Secondment of experienced experts

For organisations needing temporary reinforcement, we provide experienced architects and modelling experts. They help teams with technical guidance, setting up effective work processes and implementing best practices in software development and system architecture.

Modernisation of legacy systems at an insurance company

A large insurance company was struggling with outdated IT systems that were difficult to maintain and costly. These legacy systems not only limited the organisation's flexibility, but also created inefficient processes and a slow time-to-market for new services. The organisation wanted to move to a modern architecture that was scalable, flexible and future-proof.

Our collaboration started with a thorough analysis of the existing systems and a workshop with involved stakeholders. This gave us insight into the bottlenecks and the desired business goals. Based on this analysis, we developed a step-by-step approach:

Collaborative modelling: Together with the teams, we identified key business processes and translated them into understandable and applicable models. This created a shared understanding between IT and the business.
Domain-Driven Design (DDD): We split the systems into clear domains, which made it easier to manage complex processes and share responsibilities.
Technical implementation: Our experts supported the design and implementation of a modern microservices architecture that allowed the organisation to respond flexibly to changing customer needs.
Training and coaching: Teams were trained in techniques such as DDD and Team Topologies so that they could continue to build the new architecture independently and collaborate effectively.

Within a year, the insurance company had modernised many of its legacy systems and replaced them with a flexible architecture. This resulted in 40% faster development of new services, lower maintenance costs and a significant improvement in the customer experience. Moreover, the new architecture ensured stronger cooperation between IT and business departments, leading to a more agile organisation. This case study demonstrates how a focused approach in architecture and modelling not only solves technical challenges, but also supports strategic business goals.

Expertise lead

Kenny Boss

Expertise lead Architecture & Modelling

Kenny Baas is a visionary leader with deep expertise in software architecture, modelling and digital transformation. With years of experience implementing innovative solutions at complex organisations, Kenny specialises in developing robust, scalable and future-proof IT structures. His pragmatic approach and keen understanding of both technology and processes make him a driving force behind successful transformations.

As expertise lead for Architecture & Modelling at Connected, Kenny is committed to helping organisations design and optimise their IT landscape. He focuses on collaborative modelling, Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Team Topologies to support teams and organisations in creating cohesive and resilient systems. Kenny combines technical knowledge with strong communication skills, which enables him to build bridges between business and IT.

With his commitment to quality and innovation, Kenny helps companies not only solve technical challenges, but also achieve sustainable growth through effective collaboration and future-proof architectures. His passion for architecture and modelling makes him an inspiring leader and valuable partner for organisations striving for technical excellence and strategic success.