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For more than 30 years, Cabling Installation & Maintenance has provided useful, practical information to professionals responsible for the specification, design, installation and management of structured cabling systems serving enterprise, data center and other environments. These professionals are challenged to stay informed of constantly evolving standards, system-design and installation approaches, product and system capabilities, technologies, as well as applications that rely on high-performance structured cabling systems. Our editors synthesize these complex issues into multiple information products. This portfolio of information products provides concrete detail that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations, and equips cabling professionals with the perspective that enables strategic planning for networks’ optimum long-term performance.

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MACH Alliance Establishes New Certification Program for Architects

MACH Architect Certification extends beyond vendor-specific certification to recognize the individual experts behind composable success

The MACH Alliance, the industry authority on composable enterprise architecture, today announced full, open access to its new MACH Architect Certification. As enterprise organizations prioritize agility, scalability and speed to market, MACH adoption in the AI-era is growing, driving heightened demand for MACH-aligned skills in enterprise transformation. This pioneering new standard helps companies find and nurture certified composable experts.

Certification is now available to validate the core skills of individual architects who design, manage and deploy complex composable solutions using established MACH principles. MACH Architect Certification recognizes the individual expertise needed to create and implement vendor-neutral, composable setups at scale, ensuring businesses remain adaptable and future-proof.

The certification is designed for technical professionals and architects who work with MACH technologies and have at least one-to-two years of experience in designing, building and implementing MACH-aligned solutions across various industries. Digital engineers and solutions architects from end-user brands including Pandora, Primark and Fisher & Paykel are among those that have already been certified.

With official MACH Architect Certification accreditation, technical professionals benefit from:

  • Industry recognition as a leader in composable architecture via trusted, third-party validation of MACH expertise.
  • Career acceleration and new opportunities within MACH-aligned businesses.
  • Access to the MACH Architect Certification professional community, fostering connection with like-minded professionals and industry pioneers.

“Agentic AI is rapidly reshaping enterprise organizations, turning composability into a board-level mandate,” said Holly Hall, managing director, MACH Alliance. “As enterprises actively increase their MACH tech stack in response, MACH Architect Certification allows enterprise businesses and organizations to hire trusted, proven leaders and solution architects with real-world experience to guide their composable transformations.”

MACH Architect Certification tests real-world MACH expertise through a rigorous exam, conducted in a remote online setting with a live proctor present. Successful candidates will receive an electronic credential suitable for sharing on professional social media sites. The exam guide outlines everything candidates should know about the exam structure and expectations.

For more information about MACH Architect Certification, visit machalliance.org/mach-architect-certification.

Additionally, please contact professional.certification@machalliance.org for accessible options for both independent professionals and corporate teams.

About MACH Alliance

The MACH Alliance is an independent, not-for-profit 501(c)(6) industry body dedicated to advancing composable enterprise architecture. As AI transforms how organizations architect and scale digital experiences, architecture based on MACH principles has become foundational to delivering the agility, innovation, and future adaptability enterprises need to thrive.

Guided by the five principles — Composable, Connected, Incremental, Open, and Autonomous — the MACH Alliance defines the framework for the next era of enterprise technology. Through member certification, expert community, and real-world guidance, the MACH Alliance supports organizations in confidently adopting open and transformative technologies to future-proof their business.

The MACH Alliance represents over 100 member companies worldwide, including global enterprises, technology vendors, and system integrators. It welcomes enterprise practitioners to the community who share the same vision for the future. Learn more at machalliance.org or LinkedIn.

Certification is now available to validate the core skills of individual architects who design, manage and deploy complex composable solutions using established MACH principles.

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