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| Criterion |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Knowledge Modeling IBIS |
|---|---|---|
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. | IBIS structures thinking about complex questions as a sequence of issues, ideas, and arguments. The method keeps discussions open without forcing them into premature consensus. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 2-5 | 2-8 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Issue Map, Positions, Argument Notes |
Tagsno overlap | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | RationaleKnowledgeDecision |
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