Doctrines

This section outlines various doctrines related to Wardley Mapping. These are guiding principles or beliefs that can help in the application and understanding of strategic play.

(Content adapted from Simon Wardley's blog post "Better for Less" (CC BY-SA 4.0).)

📄️ Use a common language

Using a "common language" in the context of Wardley Mapping means establishing a shared, unambiguous way of describing and discussing strategy, primarily through the use of maps. When everyone in an organization is trained to create, read, and interpret Wardley Maps, it removes ambiguity and enables effective communication about the strategic landscape, proposed changes, and potential challenges.