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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Behavior Over Time Graph |  Architecture arc42 |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Architecture C4 Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | A Behavior Over Time Graph shows how a metric or observation develops over time. The method makes trends, breaks, and recurring patterns visible that get lost in snapshots. | 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 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. | The C4 Model makes a system legible across several resolution levels, from context down to code. It suits situations where different audiences need to understand the same architecture from different altitudes. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 20-45 min | 1-2 Tage | 10-20 min daily | 1-4 h |
Participantsdifferent | 1-10 | 1-4 | 1 | 1-5 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Behavior Over Time Graph, Trend Hypotheses, Key Events | Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Context Diagram, Container Diagram, Component Diagram |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingPatternsDynamics | ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | ArchitectureCommunicationVisualization |