Technical Architect or Manager who will be paid more in the industry? and for which position more opportunities exist in the industry.In my company i never seen any architect
Like I mentioned a "technical architect" is a type of "manager." So, without detailed explanations and descriptions, it is diffcult to accurately respond to these questions.
In regards to "who" will be paid more, this depends upon "what" industry, "which" country, "how" large an organization is, "what" products or services are being sold, etc.
There are many, many industries in the world, e.g. engery, defense, oil & gas, IT consulting, airline, movie, automobile, food, etc. So, there could be many, many answers to your question. Or, there is no answer to the question because it is vague.
Aside, IT and enterprise software systems are critical elements in every industry in the world (in the industrial world).
[ October 24, 2008: Message edited by: James Clark ]