This new architecture diagram spans levels 1–3 of the C4 model to give you the fastest view at your system possible. Architecture diagrams help create a shared understanding about application architecture, business processes, and data flows between stakeholders. The need for effective architecture diagrams is even more relevant today with ever-increasing complexity in software systems. The Critical Path diagram provides a quick, high-level view of the systems components, communication paths, and data flows. This article provides a detailed explanation of the Critical Path diagram and how to use it to improve communication between development teams, architects, and business users.
