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| Criterion |  Architecture arc42 |  Operations ABC Analysis |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | arc42 structures architecture knowledge so teams can document system, decisions, and risks consistently. The template builds a living understanding of the architecture instead of scattered notes. | With many similar objects of differing economic significance, the method prioritizes effort by effect. It separates what needs regular steering from what rarely needs attention. | 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. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-2 Tage | 30-60 min | 10-20 min daily | 15-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-4 | 1-5 | 1 | 1-3 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Async | Async |
Outputdifferent | Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance |