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| Criterion |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Operations Waste Analysis |  Operations After-Action Review |
|---|---|---|---|
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 process that keeps people busy but creates little value, the method exposes waste. It directs attention to unnecessary movement, waiting times, rework, and overdelivery. | After missions or project phases with unclear outcomes, the method makes visible what actually happened and what can be learned from it. It separates course, effect, and causes so experience turns into solid improvement. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 45-120 min | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-5 | 2-8 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Waste Map, Prioritized Waste, Improvement Backlog | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary |
Tagsno overlap | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | WasteLeanProcess improvement | LearningOperationsImprovement |
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