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| Criterion |  Domain Modeling Domain Context Map |  UX Research Empathy Mapping |  Facilitation Alignment Mapping |  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. | When a lot is assumed about a target group but little is seen jointly, empathy mapping makes knowledge and gaps directly comparable. The picture also shows which assumptions hold up and where evidence is missing. | When several people work toward one goal but hold different mental maps, Alignment Mapping makes the discrepancies visible. It arranges goals, assumptions, and priorities so shared direction becomes verifiable. | 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 | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 30–60 min | 1-2 h | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 4-8 | 4-12 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Domain Context Map, Boundary Notes, Ownership Map | Empathy Map, Assumptions List, Research Gaps | Alignment Map, Open Issues, Decision Questions | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes |
Tagsno overlap | Domain-Driven DesignContextBoundaries | SynthesisQualitativeWorkshop | AlignmentStakeholdersStrategyFacilitation | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy |