Understanding what you should know and be able to do as a Salesforce system architect

According to Salesforce's online documentation, a CTA candidate should meet a specific set of objectives, all of which can be found at the following link: https://trailhead.salesforce.com/en/help?article=Salesforce-Certified-Technical-Architect-Exam-Guide&search=release+exam+schedule.

Let's have a closer look at each of these objectives.

Determining the appropriate mix of systems

The Salesforce platform is a fantastic tool that can deliver value to customers. However, it is not a solution for every challenge that you can come across. The Force.com platform provides a SaaS solution in a multitenant environment. As someone with good experience with the platform, you should understand that there are several governor limits that you need to keep in mind.

In addition, you should always aim for the best solution technically, which can deliver high value to the customer in the shortest...