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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Operations MORT Analysis |  Architecture arc42 |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | For a safety-relevant event or a system with high protection requirements, the method examines where controls failed. It exposes both technical and organizational gaps. | arc42 structures architecture knowledge so teams can document system, decisions, and risks consistently. The template builds a living understanding of the architecture instead of scattered notes. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Low |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | Mehrere Tage bis Wochen | 1-2 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 2-6 | 1-4 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | MORT Worksheets, Findings per Branch, Corrective Actions, Systemic Recommendations | Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | Root causeSafetySystemicIncident | ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication |
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