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| Criterion |  Operations 5 Whys |  DevOps Game Day |
|---|---|---|
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. | In preparing for rare incidents, the method tests response capability under controlled conditions. It shows where assumptions about stability, roles, and recovery are too optimistic. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | High |
Timedifferent | 15-30 min | Halber Tag |
Participantsdifferent | 2-6 | 5-20 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Root cause notes, Countermeasures | Simulation Notes, Gaps List, Updated Runbooks |
Tags1 shared | Root causeIncidentLeanProblem solving | ResilienceOperationsIncident |
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