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| Criterion | ![]() Operations ABC Analysis | ![]() Innovation SCAMPER | ![]() Innovation Rolestorming |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | For an existing solution under pressure to change, the method deliberately opens space for systematic variants. It directs attention to rebuilding, combining, and repurposing rather than only new basic ideas. This produces concrete evolution paths for products, offerings, or workflows. | When a search for ideas stalls, switching roles helps people step outside their own perspective and activate new logics of action. The method reduces habit because contributions arise from a different stance. This brings unfamiliar, often fitting solution approaches into play. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low |
Timesame | 30-60 min | 30-60 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 | 2-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | SCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes | Rollenkarten, Ideenpool pro Rolle, Konsolidierte Shortlist |
Tagsno overlap | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation | BrainstormingIdeationCreativity |
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