Nationwide's Adaptive Enterprise

Architecture Review Board* Consists of the chief architects/CTOs of the individual business units and affiliates

* Collaboratively defines IT vision and architecture for the enterprise

* Reports to the CIO Council on a monthly basis

Technology Standards Board

* Works closely with architecture review board to define technical standards for the enterprise

* Includes representatives from all business units

* Tied in with systems management and procurement

Innovation Center

* Helps define industry and technology standards

* Implements a viable and sustainable approach to shared R&D

* Be recognized as a thought leader in the marketplace

Outreach Efforts

* Basic technology education

* Advanced technology education

* Online resources

* Links with local universities and schools

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