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| Criterion | ![]() Operations 5 Whys | ![]() Operations Weekly Review |
|---|---|---|
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 a week with many open loops, the method creates distance from operational noise. It organizes commitments, calendar, and projects so the next week becomes workable. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 15-30 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-6 | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Async |
Outputdifferent | Root cause notes, Countermeasures | Updated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next Actions |
Tagsno overlap | Root causeIncidentLeanProblem solving | ProductivityExecutionPlanning |
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