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Criterion
Paper illustration of VUCA Scan with its method-specific working model.
Systems Thinking
VUCA Scan
A paper-based illustration representing arc42 with its core stages and visible working result.
Architecture
arc42
Purposedifferent
The VUCA Scan helps read difficult situations more precisely. Instead of treating unclarity as generally complicated, the method separates fast change, missing knowledge, systemic entanglement, and ambiguous interpretation.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.
Complexitysame
LowLow
Timedifferent
30-90 min1-2 Tage
Participantsdifferent
1-101-4
Formatsame
Workshop + asyncWorkshop + async
Outputdifferent
VUCA Map, Response Options, Signal and Learning PlanArchitecture Document, Context View, Runtime View, Deployment View
Tagsno overlap
SensemakingUncertaintyComplexityStrategyForesight
ArchitectureDocumentationCommunication
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Architecture Communication Canvas method illustration showing its working structure
Architecture
Architecture Communication Canvas
Paper illustration of two considered options leading to a decision record with a marked status and visible consequences.
Architecture
Architecture Decision Record
A paper-based illustration representing C4 Model with its core stages and visible working result.
Architecture
C4 Model
Paper illustration for Cynefin Workshop.
Decision Making
Cynefin Workshop