This article describes current compatibility issues with ODE Architect software suite and 64-bit Windows operating systems, and proposes viable alternatives using virtual machine environment and cloud computing.

Purpose: The purpose of the research is to answer two questions: Which factors do individual clients consider when selecting an architect for the first time? How does the importance attached to these factors vary with the procurement method? Design approach: These questions are answered in a questionnaire survey of commissioned architects for recent clients of architects who have residential pr...

The appraisal of system architect is handicapped by the vague and abstract responsibilities of the system architect. The success criterions for architecting are discussed. An approach to ”measure” or assess the architect is described. Distribution This article or presentation is written as part of the Gaudí project. The Gaudí project philosophy is to improve by obtaining frequent feedback. Freq...

BACKGROUND Previous studies have shown superior clinical performance of the cardiac troponin I (cTnI) assay from Beckman-Coulter Diagnostics. This assay had a unique combination of monoclonal antibodies with 2 monoclonal antibodies directed against epitopes near the NH(2) terminus of the heart-specific region of troponin I. The approach has been adopted by the new cTnI assay from Abbott Diagnos...

BEING A GOOD software architect has never been easy. Changes in the software industry are making the job even more challenging. The key drivers are the rising role of software in systems of all kinds and their operation; more emphasis on reuse, agility, and testability during software development; and several quality elements increasingly affected by architectural choices. Most of these drivers...