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| Criterion |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  UX Research Usability Testing |  Operations Kaizen Event |  Innovation Design Sprint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 a product is built but people get stuck on tasks, usability testing shows the friction at concrete points. Observed use instead of self-report makes visible where orientation, understanding, or interaction breaks down. | 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 the product question is unclear and time pressure is high, the method takes a team from an open idea to a testable solution. It connects problem understanding, decision, and learning in one compact format, lowering the risk of spending a lot of energy on a mere guess. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 1-2 h je Session | 0.5-5 Tage | 4-5 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 2-5 | Based on research question | 4-10 | 5-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Usability Issues, Severity List, Recommendations | Kaizen Charter, Waste List, Improvement Experiments, Standard Work Update | Prototype, Test Findings, Decision Rationale |
Tagsno overlap | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | ValidationUXPrototype | LeanContinuous improvementOperations | Design sprintPrototypeValidationInnovation |