Solution Option Block
Document solution alternatives with pros, cons, risks, and decision status for architecture decision records.
Overview
The Solution Option block documents alternative solutions for technical decisions. Each option includes pros, cons, risks, and estimated effort/cost. Use this block within Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) or when evaluating technical choices.
Accepted Option
The chosen solution for a database technology decision.
Rejected Option
An alternative that was considered but not selected.
Proposed Option
A solution still under evaluation.
Block Properties
| Property | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| title | Yes | Name of the solution option |
| description | No | Brief description of the approach |
| status | No | Decision status (proposed, accepted, rejected, superseded) |
| pros | No | Array of advantages |
| cons | No | Array of disadvantages |
| risks | No | Array of potential risks |
| effort | No | Implementation effort (low, medium, high) |
| cost | No | Cost level (low, medium, high) |