The document discusses the role of a software architect and lean architecture principles. It notes that some common anti-patterns that occur are architects being seen as "cowboys" or only working in an "ivory tower." A mature organization focuses on learning effectively and empowering people to make decisions. Lean architecture aims to remove waste, focus on delivering value, and allow for growth and scalability. The architect's role should be as a technical coach who sells ideas and provides guidance to teams while allowing their participation.
27. Lean
Assumption 1: A mature
organization looks at the
whole system; it does not
focus on optimizing
disagreggregated parts.
Assumption 2 A mature
organization focuses on
learning effectively and
empowers the people who do
the work to make decisions.