Enterprise Architecture (EA) is the foundation of successful modernization—aligning goals, capabilities, and technology into a mission-ready blueprint. In this article, we explore how EA turns siloed knowledge into structured insight, powering transformation across government and industry. Discover how Red Cedar’s ITX and OXYGEN frameworks embed architecture into every step of the modernization journey.

Many federal AI efforts stall at the pilot phase—looking impressive but delivering little real-world impact. This article explores why that gap exists and how agencies can shift from flashy demos to outcome-driven automation that supports audit readiness, decision-making, and mission success.