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| Criterion |  Operations RACI Matrix |  Architecture arc42 |  Operations ABC Analysis |  Architecture C4 Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | With unclear responsibilities across several roles or areas, the method creates unambiguous accountability logic. It reduces friction because decision, execution, contribution, and information become separately visible. | 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. | With many similar objects of differing economic significance, the method prioritizes effort by effect. It separates what needs regular steering from what rarely needs attention. | 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. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 1-2 Tage | 30-60 min | 1-4 h |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 1-4 | 1-5 | 1-5 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | RACI Matrix, Responsibility Map, Decision Notes | Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | Context Diagram, Container Diagram, Component Diagram |
Tagsno overlap | RolesResponsibilityGovernanceOperations | ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | ArchitectureCommunicationVisualization |