This article comprehensively compares monolithic and microservice architectural patterns in enterprise software development. Examining their respective characteristics, advantages, and limitations, the article provides decision-making frameworks to guide organizations in selecting the most appropriate architecture based on their requirements, resource constraints, and growth projections. The discussion encompasses development complexity, scalability considerations, and organizational implications while highlighting implementation strategies for both architectural approaches. The article demonstrates that architectural decisions exist on a spectrum rather than as binary choices, with successful implementations often featuring hybrid approaches tailored to organizational contexts. Case studies of large-scale enterprise transitions and medium-sized business implementations supplement theoretical considerations to offer practical insights for architectural evolution strategies that balance technical considerations with organizational realities.
Marina Kuriakkose Thottan (Tue,) studied this question.