Solution Option Block
Document individual solution options with pros, cons, risks, effort, and cost estimates. Use for presenting alternatives in architecture decision records.
The Solution Option block structures individual alternatives for architecture decisions. Each option documents its pros, cons, risks, and estimates, making it easy to compare approaches and communicate recommendations.
When to Use
Block Properties
| Property | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Yes | Option name |
| Status | No | Decision state: Proposed, Accepted, Rejected, or Superseded |
| Description | No | Brief description of the approach |
| Pros | No | List of advantages |
| Cons | No | List of disadvantages |
| Risks | No | Specific risks with this option |
| Effort Estimate | No | Implementation effort: Low, Medium, or High |
| Cost Estimate | No | Cost level: Low, Medium, or High |
Status Values
Example: Recommended Option
A solution option marked as accepted.
Example: Rejected Option
A solution option that was considered but not chosen.
Example: Proposed Option
An option still under consideration.
Editing Solution Options
| Action | How To |
|---|---|
| Add Pros/Cons | Enter items with Enter-to-add in the coloured sections |
| Add Risks | Enter risk items in the amber-coloured section |
| Set Estimates | Select effort and cost from dropdowns |
| Set Status | Choose status from dropdown with badge preview |
| Preview | View the colour-coded pros (green), cons (red), and risks (amber) |