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| Criterion |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Agile 4Ls Retrospective |  Agile Start Stop Continue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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. | 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 a sprint should not only be assessed but also learned from, it captures experience in clear learning categories. It records what worked, what's missing, and what should run differently next time. | When a team wants to deliberately adjust its working behavior, it makes habits visible and assessable. It focuses on concrete changes instead of diffuse mood. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 10-20 min daily | 15-45 min | 45–75 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1 | 1-3 | Team members involved | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | 4Ls Board, Learning Themes, Improvement Actions | Start Stop Continue Board, Improvement Actions |
Tagsno overlap | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | RetrospectiveLearningReflectionTeam | RetrospectiveImprovementTeamReflection |