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| Criterion |  Architecture arc42 |  Architecture Risk Storming |  Innovation Reverse Brainstorming |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | Helps clarify architecture context, options, and consequences in concrete terms. It organizes technical context, alternatives, and consequences. The result is captured as an Annotated Diagram, a Prioritized Risk List, and an Action Backlog. | For persistent errors or blockages, the method shifts the view to the opposite of the desired effect. It exposes the mechanics of failure and makes hidden causes easier to grasp. This makes improvement more concrete and the problem clearer. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-2 Tage | 60-90 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-4 | 4-12 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View | Annotated Diagram, Prioritized Risk List, Action Backlog | Reverse Ideas, Risk Themes, Solution Ideas |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication | RiskArchitectureWorkshopValidation | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityRisk |
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