---
id: GOV_BACKPRESSURE
type: decision
status: accepted
tier: T2
title: backpressure
description: Governance rules for backpressure.
applies_when:
  - "bounded queue"
  - "reactive streams"
  - "flow control"
  - "buffer limit"
---

# backpressure (current)

This document records the current governance decision for the backpressure area. It states the recommended approach, the rationale behind it, and how to request an exception.

## Decision

- Adopt the documented pattern for this area.
- Prefer the recommended approach over ad-hoc alternatives.
- Record any deviation in the project decision record.
- Consult this page before related work begins.
