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Paper illustration of Value Chain Analysis with its method-specific working model.
Business Strategy
Value Chain Analysis
A paper-based illustration representing arc42 with its core stages and visible working result.
Architecture
arc42
Paper illustration of Business Model Stress Test with its method-specific working model.
Business Strategy
Business Model Stress Test
Purposedifferent
Value Chain Analysis shows where value is created, costs accrue, and differentiation becomes possible along the process. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a value-chain map and lever list.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.A Business Model Stress Test checks how well a business model holds up under pressure and headwinds. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a stress-test report and action plan per scenario.
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Half day1-2 TageHalf day
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WorkshopWorkshop + asyncWorkshop
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Value Chain Map, Lever ListArchitecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment ViewStress Test Report, Action Plan per Scenario
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StrategyBusiness modelDiagnosisAnalysis
ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication
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Paper illustration of VRIO Framework with its method-specific working model.
Business Strategy
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Architecture
Architecture Communication Canvas
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Architecture
Architecture Decision Record
Paper illustration of a Business Model Canvas with nine connected compartments, a few notes and symbols for customers, delivery and economic relationships.
Business Strategy
Business Model Canvas