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| Criterion |  Facilitation Dot Estimation |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Business Strategy Value Chain Analysis |  Domain Modeling Bounded Context Canvas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | Value Chain Analysis shows where value is created, costs accrue, and differentiation becomes possible along the process. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a value-chain map and lever list. | When a business context is still loosely outlined, it shapes language, responsibility, and integration space. It clarifies what belongs together and where a boundary needs to hold. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | High | Medium |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 1-3 h | Half day | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-20 | 2-8 | 3-8 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | Value Chain Map, Lever List | Context Canvas, Glossary, Integration Notes |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationEffortRisk | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | StrategyBusiness modelDiagnosisAnalysis | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesModeling |