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| Criterion |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Operations Kaizen Event |  Team Design Team Topologies Interaction Modes |  Facilitation Expectation Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | For a tightly scoped process segment with noticeable waste, the method bundles shared energy for change. It suits situations that call for fast learning loops and visible adjustments. | When several teams collaborate repeatedly, it describes the right interaction mode for each interface between them. It clarifies responsibility, interaction, and load between teams. The result is captured as an interaction heat map and pairwise agreements. | When roles, interfaces, or projects fail because of differing expectations, Expectation Mapping surfaces these differences. It shows what each side takes for granted and where the pictures diverge. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 0.5-5 Tage | Half day | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-5 | 4-10 | Team-Leads plus Architecture | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Kaizen Charter, Waste List, Improvement Experiments, Standard Work Update | Interaction Heat Map, Agreements per Pair | Expectation Map, Alignment Notes, Agreements |
Tagsno overlap | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | LeanContinuous improvementOperations | TeamAlignmentCollaborationOrganization | AlignmentStakeholdersTeam |