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A paper-based illustration representing arc42 with its core stages and visible working result.
Architecture
arc42
Paper illustration of Strategy Execution Loop with its method-specific working model.
Business Strategy
Strategy Execution Loop
Paper illustration for OODA Loop.
Decision Making
OODA Loop
Paper illustration of Strategic-Tactical-Operational Planning with its method-specific working model.
Business Strategy
Strategic, Tactical and Operational Planning
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.The Strategy Execution Loop helps avoid treating strategy as a one-off document. It makes visible how strategic decisions are turned into objectives, initiatives, operational work, measurement, and learning.In dynamic situations, decisions become outdated faster than they can be prepared. The OODA Loop holds observing, orienting, deciding, and acting together as a recurring rhythm so reaction does not slide into inertia.It places decisions and artifacts at the right level. Strategic planning clarifies direction, tactical planning translates it into programs, and operational planning steers concrete processes.
Complexitydifferent
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Timedifferent
1-2 TageInitial 3-6 h, then monthly or quarterly reviews15-60 min je Zyklus90-180 min
Participantsdifferent
1-45-121-84-12
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshop + asyncWorkshop + asyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment ViewExecution Loop, Review Cadence, Strategic Learning LogSituation Assessment, Decision Loop, Action UpdatesPlanning Levels Map, Cadence Model, Planning Artifact Inventory
Tagsno overlap
ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication
ExecutionCadenceLearningGovernance
DecisionChangeLearningStrategy
CadenceGovernanceExecution
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