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| Criterion |  Operations Process Mapping |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Operations After-Action Review |  Domain Modeling Domain Context Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | With a confusing workflow that has many handoffs, the method makes the actual process visible. It shows where work is passed on, delayed, or duplicated, so improvement targets the right spots. | 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. | After missions or project phases with unclear outcomes, the method makes visible what actually happened and what can be learned from it. It separates course, effect, and causes so experience turns into solid improvement. | 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 | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 1-3 h | 20-45 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 2-8 | 3-12 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Process Map, Handoff List, Improvement Backlog | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary | Domain Context Map, Boundary Notes, Ownership Map |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessOperationsImprovement | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | LearningOperationsImprovement | Domain-Driven DesignContextBoundaries |