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| Criterion |  Operations 5 Whys |  Decision Making Eisenhower Matrix |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a single, hard-to-explain deviation, the method exposes the causal chain behind the visible symptom. It keeps the cause open until a controllable condition emerges instead of a mere description. | It separates true priorities from noise so it becomes clear what should be done now, scheduled, delegated, or dropped. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low |
Timesame | 15-30 min | 15-30 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-6 | 1-6 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Root cause notes, Countermeasures | Eisenhower Matrix, Action List, Delegation Notes |
Tagsno overlap | Root causeIncidentLeanProblem solving | PrioritizationFocusTasks |
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