Documentation‑Only Adoption#

In this pattern, regimes, operating envelopes, and validity assumptions are documented alongside existing architectural, operational, or runbook materials.

Documentation‑only adoption is appropriate when:

• Configuration changes are tightly controlled
• Systems are managed by multiple teams or vendors
• Structural awareness is being introduced conceptually

This approach allows teams to align language and interpretation practices before any technical representation is introduced, preserving operational stability while improving clarity.