Gartner Executive FastStart™ for Heads of Enterprise Architecture

Gartner Executive FastStart helps you excel in your first year — and beyond.

Gartner Executive FastStart provides a critical advantage to an incredibly complex role

New To Role heads of enterprise architecture are responsible for functional leadership, technology enablement, value delivery and supporting business and IT strategy development as organizations adopt federated operating models — not to mention the inevitable learning curve of your new remit.

Executive FastStart doesn’t just identify these common challenges; it empowers you to overcome them by prioritizing what matters most — whether you’re a tenured head of enterprise architecture at a new company or you’ve risen through the ranks at your organization.

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Why heads of enterprise architecture rely on Gartner Executive FastStart

A proven approach.

Gartner leverages insights from thousands of executive transitions across dozens of roles, industries and markets. Our deep and detailed experience helps you understand key differentiators, anticipate blind spots and overcome common obstacles.

Personalized insights. Practical advice. Immediate impact.

Every executive transition is unique. Executive FastStart is designed to meet you where you are and deliver a personalized mix of insights and resources to accelerate your impact in the first 30, 60, 90 days and beyond.

Streamlined for success. Prioritized for action.

Executive FastStart is practical, easy to use and prioritized to enable both quick wins and progress toward your mid- and long-term goals.

Unrivaled depth. Powered by Gartner.

Backed by our deep actionable, objective insights, Executive FastStart delivers detailed tools, roadmaps and benchmarks to ensure your success. 

FAQs about Gartner Executive FastStart™ for heads of enterprise architecture

What are the key benefits of the Gartner Executive FastStart for heads of enterprise architecture?

Executive FastStart helps new heads of enterprise architecture focus and prioritize actions in their first year to quickly maximize impact. It is tailored to recognize the different needs of heads of enterprise architecture who’ve never been in the role before and those stepping into a new environment. Executive FastStart addresses the challenges and opportunities you are likely to experience and serves as a starting point for further support. 

How does the Gartner Executive FastStart program help heads of enterprise architecture manage complexity?

With advancements and growing investment in digital technology and AI, heads of enterprise architecture may find the relevance of their programs challenged. New heads of EA must quickly establish a high-impact EA practice to build credibility with stakeholders and demonstrate value. To enable this, Executive FastStart is split into four areas: establishing priorities quickly, delivering on those priorities in your first year and beyond, understanding your organization and role, and building relationships and personal brand.

Drive stronger performance on your mission-critical priorities.