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| Criterion |  Architecture LASR (Lightweight Approach for Software Reviews) |  Architecture C4 Model |  Innovation Reverse Brainstorming |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | LASR helps development teams identify where their software falls short of important quality goals and which improvements to consider. A small group with existing system knowledge can make an initial assessment and investigate open questions in more detail. | The C4 Model makes a system legible across several resolution levels, from context down to code. It suits situations where different audiences need to understand the same architecture from different altitudes. | For persistent errors or blockages, the method shifts the view to the opposite of the desired effect. It exposes the mechanics of failure and makes hidden causes easier to grasp. This makes improvement more concrete and the problem clearer. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 3–4 h for initial assessment; preparation and deeper analysis additional | 1-4 h | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1 or a small team; particularly suitable for 3–4 people | 1-5 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Lean Mission Statement describing the software’s purpose, Prioritized quality goals and evaluation criteria, Risks and estimated gaps against quality goals, More closely examined findings and open checks | Context Diagram, Container Diagram, Component Diagram | Reverse Ideas, Risk Themes, Solution Ideas |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureQualityRiskAssessmentLean | ArchitectureCommunicationVisualization | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityRisk |
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