An architecture review is easier to scope when your team can explain how systems connect, who uses them, and which services matter most to daily operations.
Map the environment
Gather network diagrams, asset inventories, identity systems, remote access arrangements, and important vendor dependencies. Note where documentation may be incomplete or out of date.
Describe the constraints
Identify change windows, systems with limited maintenance options, business-critical workflows, and any restrictions on access to sensitive information. These details help shape a practical review.
Plan for the results
Decide who will review findings and own remediation. Ask for priorities that account for both security risk and the effort of making a change. A review should support decisions your team can act on.