John Zachman, ZIFA Chairman, authored the Framework in the 1980’s and conducts seminars worldwide on its use and implementation. The Zachman Framework for Enterprise Architecture™ is widely accepted as the definitive work in this field and Mr. Zachman is recognized on every continent as an insightful and informative speaker. John Zachman is also well known for his early contribution to IBM’s information planning methodology, Business Systems Planning. After a 26-year career at IBM, he now operates Zachman International, and information systems planning and education consulting practice and is Chairman of the Zachman Institute for Framework Advancement (ZIFA). John can provide a range of Framework services, including Framework tutorials and briefings for business and systems executives, providing tutorials and briefings for Enterprise architecture implementation personnel, providing implementation guidance, and additional services assisting Enterprises in their Enterprise Architecture activities.