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| Criterion |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  UX Design Design Studio |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a complex deviation with several people involved, the method bundles problem, analysis, and decision onto one page. It creates a shared working space where causes, countermeasures, and follow-up fit together. | When several designs need to be quickly put in relation to each other, it makes ideas visible and comparable. It encourages early variants instead of long upfront debates. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 2-5 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Sketches, Concept Directions, Design Decisions |
Tagsno overlap | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | SketchingCollaborationIdeation |
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