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| Criterion | ![]() Operations ABC Analysis | ![]() UX Research Empathy Mapping | ![]() UX Research Personas | ![]() Product Discovery Kano Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | With many similar objects of differing economic significance, the method prioritizes effort by effect. It separates what needs regular steering from what rarely needs attention. | When a lot is assumed about a target group but little is seen jointly, empathy mapping makes knowledge and gaps directly comparable. The picture also shows which assumptions hold up and where evidence is missing. | When target groups stay too vague and teams talk about the same people differently, personas create a shared, solid picture of usage. Condensed profiles make needs, contexts, and differences tangible enough for decisions. | When features need to be distinguished by their effect on satisfaction, it makes expectations and surprises comparable. It separates basic needs, performance contribution, and delight. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Low | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 30–60 min | 1-3 Tage | 1-2 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 | 4-8 | Internes Team | 10-50 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | Empathy Map, Assumptions List, Research Gaps | Persona Profiles, Needs Summary, Scenario Notes | Kano Matrix, Feature Classes, Priority Themes |
Tagsno overlap | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | SynthesisQualitativeWorkshop | ResearchCustomerSynthesis | SatisfactionPrioritizationCustomer |



