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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Engineering Golden Path |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For complex problems with a fuzzy situation, the method cleanly separates search space and decision. It first creates breadth in understanding and then focus in elaboration. This brings open questions, problem definition, and solution path into a traceable movement. | 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. | 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. | When teams need a reliable default path for frequent use, sprawl quickly emerges without any guiding logic. Golden Path bundles the preferred path so good practice becomes easy and deviation becomes deliberate. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 10-20 min daily | 15-45 min | 1-3 Tage Setup, laufend |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1 | 1-3 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Golden Path Guide, Templates, Quality Checks |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | EngineeringProductivityGovernance |