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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Architecture Software Architecture Canvas |  Innovation SCAMPER |  Architecture Architecture Inception Canvas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | The Software Architecture Canvas reduces a system to the most important architecture decisions, constraints, and interfaces. It is useful when teams need a resilient overall picture quickly. | For an existing solution under pressure to change, the method deliberately opens space for systematic variants. It directs attention to rebuilding, combining, and repurposing rather than only new basic ideas. This produces concrete evolution paths for products, offerings, or workflows. | The Architecture Inception Canvas bundles the first architecture questions into a compact decision picture. It fits when an initiative is still in motion but still needs clear guardrails. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 1-2 h | 30-60 min | 1-2 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-10 | 2-10 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Architecture Canvas, Goals, Constraints, Quality Attributes | SCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes | Inception Canvas, Risks, Goal List, Open Questions |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | CanvasArchitectureAlignmentWorkshop | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation | AlignmentArchitectureCanvas |