Levfin vs debt placements vs DCM

So from what I understand, DCM is much more transactional than LevFin and LevFin deals with below investment grade debt issued for a specific purpose. Where do private debt placements fall under that? Also curious about debt placements vs levfin for LMM boutiques

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