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| Criterion |  Operations ABC Analysis |  Agile Specification by Example |  Operations 5 Whys |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 business rules need to become precise, it ties language, example, and test together. It sorts work by value, risk, and delivery ability. The result is captured as an Example Table and Acceptance Tests. | For a single, hard-to-explain deviation, the method exposes the causal chain behind the visible symptom. It keeps the cause open until a controllable condition emerges instead of a mere description. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 60-90 min pro Feature | 15-30 min | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 | 3-6 | 2-6 | 2-5 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | Example Table, Acceptance Tests | Root cause notes, Countermeasures | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis |
Tagsno overlap | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | AgileRequirementsExamplesBehavior-Driven Development | Root causeIncidentLeanProblem solving | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations |