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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |  Architecture arc42 |  Domain Modeling Context Map |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins. | 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. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 1-2 Tage | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-4 | 2-8 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points | Architecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange | ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy |
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