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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Facilitation Dot Estimation |  Domain Modeling Bounded Context Canvas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | 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. | When size or effort can only be estimated roughly, Dot Estimation condenses the group's experience into a quick range. It turns individual contributions into a visible selection. The result is captured as an Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, and Discussion Targets. | When a business context is still loosely outlined, it shapes language, responsibility, and integration space. It clarifies what belongs together and where a boundary needs to hold. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 1-3 h | 5-20 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 2-8 | 3-20 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Context Canvas, Glossary, Integration Notes |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | EstimationEffortRisk | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesModeling |