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| Criterion |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Decision Making Argument Mapping |  Operations Weekly Review |  Operations ALPEN Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | An ADR permanently records an architecture decision with context, trade-offs, and consequence. It creates continuity for later changes because the decision path stays traceable. | When statements, evidence, and counterarguments get mixed up, a debate quickly loses its structure. Argument Mapping breaks a thesis down into its reasoning and makes visible what it really rests on. | In a week with many open loops, the method creates distance from operational noise. It organizes commitments, calendar, and projects so the next week becomes workable. | With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 15-45 min | 1-3 h | 30-60 min | 10-20 min daily |
Participantsdifferent | 1-3 | 1-8 | 1 | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop + async | Async | Async |
Outputdifferent | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Argument Map, Evidence Gaps, Decision Rationale | Updated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next Actions | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | SensemakingDecisionRationale | ProductivityExecutionPlanning | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations |