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| Criterion |  Domain Modeling Domain Context Map |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Domain Modeling Context Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When a domain model and its associated contexts need to be thought through together, it creates a shared overview. It connects the business view and organizational boundary into a readable whole. | 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. | 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. | When several contexts need to talk to each other, it makes their relationships and dependencies legible. It helps sort integration pressure and responsibilities across system boundaries. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 15-45 min | 10-20 min daily | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 1-3 | 1 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Async | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Domain Context Map, Boundary Notes, Ownership Map | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes |
Tagsno overlap | Domain-Driven DesignContextBoundaries | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy |