Digital Platform

A digital platform consolidates shared capabilities—identity, payments, catalog, analytics—behind stable APIs and governance for rapid product innovation. Platforms reduce duplication and enforce consistent security and data standards. Platform thinking distinguishes core shared services from differentiated customer-facing products.

In Practice

Larkinized LLC defines platform boundaries, ownership, and funding models—central platform team versus federated products. Platform roadmaps align with TRM and integration standards in the repository. ARB reviews new platform services for enterprise reuse potential.

Example

A customer identity platform serves web, mobile, and partner channels through standardized OAuth and profile APIs.