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| Criterion |  Facilitation Dot Estimation |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Decision Making PERT Estimation |  Domain Modeling Domain Context Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When size or effort can only be estimated roughly, Dot Estimation condenses the group's experience into a quick range. It turns individual contributions into a visible selection. The result is captured as an Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, and Discussion Targets. | 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. | On complex initiatives, a plain average tends to understate just how uncertain the outcome really is. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a PERT Estimate, Expected Value, and Risk Notes. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 1-3 h | 15-45 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-20 | 2-8 | 1-8 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | PERT Estimate, Expected Value, Risk Notes | Domain Context Map, Boundary Notes, Ownership Map |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationEffortRisk | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | EstimationUncertaintyRisk | Domain-Driven DesignContextBoundaries |