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Thibault Morin
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💥 Myth #10: Architecture outcomes are abstract; they don’t impact delivery

Some people think architecture is just about creating abstract models or documents.
But if it doesn’t change how work gets done, what’s the point?


Myth 10: “Architecture outcomes are abstract; they don’t impact delivery.”

This myth is common — and costly.
Too often, architecture work ends up as slides or diagrams that never shape real delivery.

I’ve seen it first-hand:
👉 Teams spend weeks on architecture documents, but projects still miss deadlines or repeat old mistakes.
👉 No one uses the outputs to guide decisions or track progress.


The QTAM Difference

The Quick Technical Architecture Method (QTAM) makes every deliverable actionable and linked to business value.

  • Roadmaps drive delivery milestones
  • Architecture views clarify dependencies and unblock teams
  • Every output is tied to a real outcome, not just a report

In one case, a QTAM roadmap helped a product team launch early by surfacing and resolving key dependencies up front.


Why It Matters

When architecture is connected to delivery:

  • Projects move faster
  • Teams stay aligned
  • Results are measurable

When it’s just abstract, nothing changes — and value is lost.


Take the Next Step

Don’t let your architecture work be just decoration.
👉 See how QTAM delivers real impact at qtam.morin.io

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