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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Behavior Over Time Graph |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | A Behavior Over Time Graph shows how a metric or observation develops over time. The method makes trends, breaks, and recurring patterns visible that get lost in snapshots. | Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 20-45 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 1-10 | 3-12 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Behavior Over Time Graph, Trend Hypotheses, Key Events | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points |
Tags1 shared | Systems thinkingPatternsDynamics | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange |
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