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Selected:A3 Problem SolvingStrategy Execution LoopRoot Cause AnalysisFailure Mode and Effects Analysis
| Criterion |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Business Strategy Strategy Execution Loop |  Operations Root Cause Analysis |  Operations Failure Mode and Effects Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | The Strategy Execution Loop helps avoid treating strategy as a one-off document. It makes visible how strategic decisions are turned into objectives, initiatives, operational work, measurement, and learning. | When a problem keeps recurring and the cause stays unclear, the method exposes the underlying mechanism. It separates symptom, guess, and robust explanation from one another. | For a process, product, or service with noticeable failure risks, the method assesses possible failure modes in advance. It directs attention to combinations of occurrence, effect, and detectability. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | Initial 3-6 h, then monthly or quarterly reviews | 1-4 h | 2-6 h |
Participantsdifferent | 2-5 | 5-12 | 3-8 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Execution Loop, Review Cadence, Strategic Learning Log | Problem Statement, Cause Hypotheses, Confirmed Causes, Action Plan | FMEA Table, Risk Priority, Mitigation Actions |
Tagsno overlap | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | ExecutionCadenceLearningGovernance | Root causeProblem solvingQualityIncident | RiskQualityOperationsRoot cause |