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| Criterion |  Operations ABC Analysis |  Business Strategy GAP Analysis |  Decision Making Delphi Method |  Operations ALPEN Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | GAP Analysis compares the current state with a target picture and makes the distance manageable. It becomes useful when, ahead of new initiatives, it must become clear which capabilities, processes, or resources are missing. | When knowledge is distributed and direct dominance should be avoided, groups quickly fall under the sway of their opinion leaders. The Delphi Method gathers assessments iteratively and gradually brings expert judgments closer together. | With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | High | Low |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 1-3 h | 1-4 Wochen | 10-20 min daily |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 | 2-8 | 6-30 Experten | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop + async | Async | Async |
Outputdifferent | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | Gap Matrix, Action Plan, Risk Notes | Expert Forecast, Consensus Range, Assumption Notes | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes |
Tagsno overlap | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | StrategyAnalysisPlanning | ForecastingExpertsDecisionStrategy | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations |