Prepare for the Integration design review

  • 10 minutes

The Integration design review workshop typically takes approximately 1-2 hours to conduct. The time might vary based on the level of detail that is available for review. The solution architect will work with the implementation team leadership to plan the workshop based on the specifics of the solution that are being reviewed.

Prior to the Integration design review workshop, participants should be as familiar as possible with the structure of the workshop and the types of topics and prerequisites that will be covered. The solution architect will provide an agenda with topics and prerequisites ahead of the workshop.

The Integration design review is essentially a discussion; it is not intended to be a questionnaire that can be completed and reviewed in an offline mode. While the prerequisites are defined and provided in advance, it is not possible to encapsulate the breadth of directions in which the conversation might lead.

Tip

We recommend that you use diagrams and visual representations to provide high-level summaries in the implementation, wherever possible. These diagrams, charts, and graphs provide a ready means of communication across the team and with executives about plans and designs.

Integration design review participants

The Integration design review is an excellent chance to provide a baseline for the core project team on the overall integration strategy. Having the broader team present in the workshop can be a helpful way to provide context to the team. In some cases, due to the size of the implementation team, it might be necessary to limit participation in the workshop to core members of the implementation team. With that in mind, you should consider the following guidelines:

  • The workshop should be attended by representatives from the customer organization and the partner organization that is assisting with the implementation. Part of the review's value is providing common information about the solution across all involved parties.
  • The workshop should include the architects and integration leads from the customer and the partner organization. If the customer doesn't have a solution architect role in their organization, then the responsible technical stakeholder(s) should be involved. If the partner organization doesn't have a designated solution architect who is responsible for the implementation, then the equivalent delivery lead, functional lead, or technical architects should be involved.
  • In some cases, it might be necessary to bring specific resources for specific topics, which can be accommodated based on the breakdown of the solution in the workshop agenda.