No. HOBA® is intentionally designed to be accessible to business users and non-technical stakeholders. It’s written in plain business language, with visual tools and structured templates that support clarity and collaboration.
HOBA® is used by a wide range of professionals including project managers, change managers, business consultants, and operations leads — not just enterprise architects. Its role-based model ensures that everyone involved in the transformation understands their responsibilities and deliverables without requiring a background in architecture.
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Related FAQs:
Q1: What types of roles typically use HOBA®?
A1: Business architects, consultants, PMO leaders, change agents, product managers, and even C-suite leaders use HOBA® in both strategic and hands-on delivery roles.
Q2: Can I train my team to use HOBA® even if they don’t have architecture experience?
A2: Absolutely. HOBA Academy offers certifications that walk users through the method step-by-step, even if they’re new to business transformation.
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