by Organisers @virtualddd | Oct 23, 2025
Augment formal decision records, like ADRs, with qualitative data about the human element. Include fields for the team's sentiment, confidence level, or readiness to commit to the decision. This provides crucial context for future reviews and helps gauge the true...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Oct 13, 2025
Recognise that not all team members want to be involved in every architectural decision, and this is acceptable. Forcing participation can be counterproductive; their silence may indicate a lower psychological safety or a preference to focus elsewhere. The goal is to...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Oct 13, 2025
After a decision is taken, immediately ask the group: “What do you need to go along with this?” This shifts the focus from debate to constructive action and identifies necessary support. A decision’s success depends on the team’s ability to execute it. Example After...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Oct 13, 2025
After a decision is made, allow dissenting members to express their concerns freely without becoming defensive. Then, shift the conversation by asking, “What do you need to go along with this decision?” This validates their perspective while focusing on a constructive...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Oct 13, 2025
A facilitator can offer to formally make the decision and take on the accountability, after asking for the team’s consent. This unblocks the process while protecting the psychological safety of team members who do not feel ready for that level of responsibility. It is...
