Monolithic versus Microservice Architectures: A Comparative Analysis for Enterprise Applications (Published)
This article comprehensively compares monolithic and microservice architectural patterns in enterprise software development. Examining their respective characteristics, advantages, and limitations, the article provides decision-making frameworks to guide organizations in selecting the most appropriate architecture based on their requirements, resource constraints, and growth projections. The discussion encompasses development complexity, scalability considerations, and organizational implications while highlighting implementation strategies for both architectural approaches. The article demonstrates that architectural decisions exist on a spectrum rather than as binary choices, with successful implementations often featuring hybrid approaches tailored to organizational contexts. Case studies of large-scale enterprise transitions and medium-sized business implementations supplement theoretical considerations to offer practical insights for architectural evolution strategies that balance technical considerations with organizational realities.
Keywords: architectural evolution, enterprise architecture, microservices, monolithic systems, organizational alignment
The Evolution of Enterprise Application Architectures: From Monoliths to Microservices (Published)
This article examines the evolutionary journey of enterprise application architectures, from traditional monolithic systems to modern microservices. The article analyzes the transformation through three distinct phases: monolithic architecture, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), and microservices architecture. Through comprehensive research analysis, the article demonstrates how organizations have progressively addressed challenges in scalability, maintainability, and deployment efficiency. The research highlights the benefits and limitations of each architectural approach, focusing on performance metrics, resource utilization, and development productivity. By examining multiple studies and industry implementations, this article provides insights into the technological and organizational impacts of architectural evolution in enterprise systems, offering valuable perspectives for organizations considering architectural transformation.
Keywords: Digital Transformation, Service-oriented Architecture, enterprise architecture, microservices, monolithic systems