by Organisers @virtualddd | Jan 20, 2026
Decisions are made based on the context at a specific point in time, such as team size or available technology. Documenting this original context allows you to determine if it has changed enough to justify revisiting the decision. This prevents historical choices from...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Jan 20, 2026
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 | Jan 20, 2026
Reverse-engineer Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) for foundational decisions that were never formally documented. This makes implicit constraints explicit, clarifies historical context, and allows the team to re-evaluate them. It provides a clear baseline for new...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Jan 20, 2026
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...
by Organisers @virtualddd | Jan 20, 2026
Acknowledging that a decision was contentious provides crucial context for anyone revisiting it later. You do not need to detail personal dynamics, but noting significant disagreement is important. This helps future teams understand the historical forces at play and...
