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| Criterion |  Architecture C4 Model |  Systems Thinking Iceberg Model |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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. | The Iceberg Model separates visible events from patterns, structures, and mental models. This turns a single observation into a deeper understanding of why a problem keeps recurring. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-4 h | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 | 2-10 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Context Diagram, Container Diagram, Component Diagram | Iceberg Worksheet, Pattern Notes, Intervention Ideas |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureCommunicationVisualization | Systems thinkingRoot causePatterns |
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