Registration Open for the 14th Annual Business Architecture Innovation Summit
Premier event empowering leaders to drive transformation and strategic execution.
The Business Architecture Guild, an international community of business architecture practitioners with members in over 100 countries, announces the 14th Annual Business Architecture Innovation Summit, happening March 24–26, 2026. This pivotal Summit unites business and IT leaders to tackle pressing challenges in transforming strategy into actionable execution amid rapid change and uncertainty.
This year's event showcases insightful case studies, innovative approaches for deployment, and proven best practices. It is tailored for executives and practitioners who aspire to demonstrate measurable impact, offering practical methods to accelerate innovation and lead extensive transformation. Keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions provide attendees with actionable insights essential for real-world applications. Participants can attend either in person or virtually.
Agenda Highlights
Highlighting the core themes of the Summit are:
- Business Architecture 2026: Examining global trends that redefine the discipline.
- Experience Architecture & AI: Crafting human-centric, intelligent enterprises.
- Architecture-Enabled Change Management: Fortifying an essential practice.
- Capability-Driven Innovation: Utilizing business architecture to shape product strategy.
- Realizing Data as a Strategic Asset: Unlocking the potential of AI through business architecture.
- Digital Twins for Continuous Insights: Creating real-time models for transformation.
- Panels & Lightning Talks: Featuring an industry reference model panel, vendor presentations, and rapid-fire updates.
The program includes thought leaders from various industries such as financial services, government, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, technology, transportation, and academia. Renowned speakers from organizations including Arvest Bank, FedEx, First American Title, Globe Life, MassMutual, NatWest, Navy Federal Credit Union, RTX, Surescripts, Thomson Reuters, UK Government, UPS, and the University of Cambridge will share their experiences through in-depth case studies and vital lessons learned.
John Faulkenberry, Head of Marketing for the Business Architecture Guild, stated, "The Innovation Summit is a leading forum for anyone committed to advancing and leveraging business architecture. Attendees will gain invaluable insights to strengthen their practices and deliver strategic value."
Networking opportunities abound, featuring discussions during the Monday pre-Summit Primer and an evening reception on Wednesday. Additionally, all sessions will be recorded for global accessibility.
About the Business Architecture Guild
The Business Architecture Guild is an international, not-for-profit, member-based organization dedicated to providing resources for business leaders and practitioners interested in business architecture. It is the authoritative source for the A Guide to the Business Architecture Body of Knowledge (BIZBOK Guide) and the exclusive provider of the Certified Business Architect certification program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Business Architecture Innovation Summit?
The Summit is an event focusing on innovative practices in business architecture to foster transformation and strategic execution in organizations.
When will the Summit take place?
The 14th Annual Business Architecture Innovation Summit is scheduled for March 24–26, 2026.
Who should attend the Summit?
The event is designed for business and IT leaders, executives, and practitioners interested in advancing their knowledge and practices in business architecture.
Can I attend the Summit virtually?
Yes, the Summit offers a virtual attendance option for participants who cannot join in person.
What topics will be covered at the Summit?
Topics will include global trends in business architecture, AI in user experience, capability-driven innovation, and more, featuring various industry leaders.
