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| Criterion |  Operations Gemba Walk |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Domain Modeling Domain Context Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When there is uncertainty about the real course of a process, the method brings observation to the place where work happens. It combines perception, follow-up questions, and process knowledge so decisions rest on actual workflows instead of assumptions. | 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. | 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. | When a domain model and its associated contexts need to be thought through together, it creates a shared overview. It connects the business view and organizational boundary into a readable whole. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 30-120 min | 1-3 h | 10-20 min daily | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 2-6 | 2-8 | 1 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Observation Notes, Improvement Ideas | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Domain Context Map, Boundary Notes, Ownership Map |
Tagsno overlap | LeanObservationProcessOperations | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | Domain-Driven DesignContextBoundaries |