Performance in Layered Software Architectures: The case of customized organizational software

Abstract

Software architecture is the defining and structuring of a software solution that is capable of meeting technical and operational requirements. It is essential in the organization of a system into its components and helps guide the design of the overall system to ensure functionality of the components to achieve its effective performance. When components are layered, it makes it difficult for an organization to choose and customize the standard package software. This paper examined performance in layered software architecture and how to best achieve effective customization without affecting on the operations of an organization.