Architecture Decision Log Template

Date

[yyyy-mm-dd]

Project Name

[descriptive name of the project]

Project Manager / Project Architect

[name]

Project team members involved in this decision

[names]

Reviewers (optional)

[names]

Issue:

Record the issue under review here.

Motivation:

· List reasons why issue is being raised

Decision:

State the team’s decision here

Rationale:

· List reasons behind decision here

Assumptions:

· List assumptions taken to reach decision here

Impact:

· What is the impact of this decision

Risks & Mitigation:

· Describe risks assessed and plans to mitigate as part of this decision

Alternatives:

· List other possible solutions that were considered but not chosen here