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| Criterion |  Operations ABC Analysis |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Business Strategy Ansoff Matrix |  Systems Thinking VUCA Scan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | Soft Systems Methodology helps explore unclear or politically charged problems systematically. Instead of forcing a quick answer, the method builds a shared understanding of perspectives and room for action. | The Ansoff Matrix organizes growth options by market and product relation. It helps weigh expansion, diversification, and adaptation cleanly against each other. | The VUCA Scan helps read difficult situations more precisely. Instead of treating unclarity as generally complicated, the method separates fast change, missing knowledge, systemic entanglement, and ambiguous interpretation. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | High | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 0.5-3 Tage | 45-90 min | 30-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 | 5-15 | 2-8 | 1-10 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Ansoff Matrix, Growth Options, Risk Notes | VUCA Map, Response Options, Signal and Learning Plan |
Tagsno overlap | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | GrowthStrategyMarketPortfolio | SensemakingUncertaintyComplexityStrategyForesight |