Exploring the synergy between cloud computing and enterprise architecture: Challenges and opportunities

Abstract

This study examines how cloud computing integrates into enterprise architecture (EA) while exploring its fundamental implementation challenges and benefits. Cloud computing enables scalability, cost-efficient deployment, and rapid activation, yet the integration process brings complicated problems involving data protection and regulatory requirements while sustaining system interoperability. Through the mixed-methods research model, the study measures organizational capabilities for adopting unified cloud solutions that preserve architectural coherence. The research identifies key success factors that combine strong governance structures with better inter-unit coordination and migration planning methods as risk mitigation tools. The study shows organizations must steer their cloud adoption toward business objectives and select hybrid clouds for workflow optimization while obeying industry guidelines. This research reveals significant implications for professionals and researchers in their fields. The research delivers organizations a directional approach to advance their Enterprise Architecture while they harness cloud computing advantages. According to this research study, organizational culture, technical expertise, and vendor partnerships emerged as critical factors determining successful integration implementation; Enterprises must handle these essential factors to achieve sustainable digital transformation. This investigation utilizes concrete insights to extend existing scholarly knowledge about EA and cloud computing while providing practitioners with strategic directions for innovative developments.