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Selected:Architecture Decision RecordLASR (Lightweight Approach for Software Reviews)Domain Context MapBounded Context Canvas
| Criterion |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Architecture LASR (Lightweight Approach for Software Reviews) |  Domain Modeling Domain Context Map |  Domain Modeling Bounded Context Canvas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | LASR helps development teams identify where their software falls short of important quality goals and which improvements to consider. A small group with existing system knowledge can make an initial assessment and investigate open questions in more detail. | When a domain model and its associated contexts need to be thought through together, it creates a shared overview. It connects the business view and organizational boundary into a readable whole. | When a business context is still loosely outlined, it shapes language, responsibility, and integration space. It clarifies what belongs together and where a boundary needs to hold. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 15-45 min | 3–4 h for initial assessment; preparation and deeper analysis additional | 1-3 h | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 1-3 | 1 or a small team; particularly suitable for 3–4 people | 3-10 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Lean Mission Statement describing the software’s purpose, Prioritized quality goals and evaluation criteria, Risks and estimated gaps against quality goals, More closely examined findings and open checks | Domain Context Map, Boundary Notes, Ownership Map | Context Canvas, Glossary, Integration Notes |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | ArchitectureQualityRiskAssessmentLean | Domain-Driven DesignContextBoundaries | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesModeling |