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| Criterion |  Operations Runbook |  Operations RACI Matrix |  DevOps Incident Command |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For recurring operational tasks or incidents, the method keeps solid action logic ready. It reduces uncertainty when time pressure, role changes, or rare situations demand fast access. | 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. | During an acute incident with several people involved, the method creates a clear leadership and communication structure. It reduces chaos when fast coordination and clean situational awareness are both needed at once. | An ADR permanently records an architecture decision with context, trade-offs, and consequence. It creates continuity for later changes because the decision path stays traceable. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 20-60 min | 45-90 min | As needed | 15-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-4 | 2-8 | 4-15 | 1-3 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Async |
Outputdifferent | Runbook, Checklist, Escalation Path | RACI Matrix, Responsibility Map, Decision Notes | Incident Log, Action Tracker, Stakeholder Updates | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale |
Tagsno overlap | OperationsReliabilityDocumentation | RolesResponsibilityGovernanceOperations | IncidentOperationsReliability | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance |