How does this skill help with build vs. buy decisions?

By mapping components against evolution stages, the skill identifies which items are commodities (buy/outsource) and which are unique differentiators (build).

Can I export the maps created by this skill?

Yes, the skill generates both a visual ASCII map for conversation and a structured YAML file for long-term documentation and governance.

What is a Wardley Map?

A Wardley Map is a strategic tool that visualizes the value chain of a business and how its components evolve over time from genesis to commodity.

Does it support quantitative analysis?

Yes, the skill includes mathematical models for evolution scoring, dependency risk, and weak signal detection to provide data-driven insights beyond qualitative mapping.

Wardley Mapping Strategy Tool

Name: Wardley Mapping Strategy Tool
Author: tractorjuice

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Productivity & Workflow

Generates visual and structured Wardley Maps to analyze competitive landscapes, technology evolution, and strategic positioning.

This skill enables Claude to guide users through the complex process of Wardley Mapping, from identifying user anchors and building value chains to positioning components across evolution stages. It provides a structured framework for evaluating build-vs-buy decisions, identifying inertia points, and applying strategic gameplay patterns, helping enterprise architects and product leaders make data-driven decisions about their technology landscape through interactive discovery and quantitative analysis.

Key Features

01Strategic gameplay and climatic pattern identification

02Visual map generation using standardized ASCII templates

03131 GitHub stars

04Structured YAML export for enterprise architecture documentation

05Interactive value chain discovery using guided questioning

06Automated evolution scoring and positioning analysis

Use Cases

01Identifying strategic risks and inertia in existing technology stacks

02Visualizing competitive landscapes and predicting market shifts

03Evaluating whether to build a custom solution or buy a commodity product

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add tractorjuice/arc-kit wardley-mapping

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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