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Gap Analysis method illustration showing its working structure
Business Strategy
GAP Analysis
A paper-based illustration representing arc42 with its core stages and visible working result.
Architecture
arc42
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Product Strategy
DIBB
Purposedifferent
GAP Analysis compares the current state with a target picture and makes the distance manageable. It becomes useful when, ahead of new initiatives, it must become clear which capabilities, processes, or resources are missing.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.DIBB helps clarify target groups, value, goals, and priorities by making the logic behind a decision explicit. It captures results as a DIBB document, belief list, bet list, and learning report.
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1-3 h1-2 Tage1-2 h
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Workshop + asyncWorkshop + asyncWorkshop + async
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Gap Matrix, Action Plan, Risk NotesArchitecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment ViewDIBB document, Belief list, Bet list, Learning report
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Architecture
Architecture Communication Canvas
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Architecture
Architecture Decision Record
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Decision Making
Assumption Surfacing
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Architecture
C4 Model