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Criterion
Paper illustration of a Strategy Canvas with several value curves
Business Strategy
Blue Ocean Strategy Canvas
Paper illustration of Double Diamond with its method-specific working model.
Innovation
Double Diamond
Process Mapping method illustration showing its working structure
Operations
Process Mapping
Purposedifferent
The Blue Ocean Strategy Canvas shows how an offering is positioned relative to the market. Differentiation thereby becomes tangible in value factors instead of merely being claimed.For complex problems with a fuzzy situation, the method cleanly separates search space and decision. It first creates breadth in understanding and then focus in elaboration. This brings open questions, problem definition, and solution path into a traceable movement.With a confusing workflow that has many handoffs, the method makes the actual process visible. It shows where work is passed on, delayed, or duplicated, so improvement targets the right spots.
Complexitysame
MediumMediumMedium
Timedifferent
2-4 hWochen bis Monate1-3 h
Participantsdifferent
3-103-123-10
Formatdifferent
WorkshopWorkshop + asyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Strategy Canvas, Value Curve, ERRC ActionsProblem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per PhaseProcess Map, Handoff List, Improvement Backlog
Tagsno overlap
StrategyPositioningInnovationValue
ProcessDivergenceInnovation
ProcessOperationsImprovement
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Paper illustration of a Business Model Canvas with nine connected compartments, a few notes and symbols for customers, delivery and economic relationships.
Business Strategy
Business Model Canvas
Paper illustration of a review with planned work, actual event sequence, comparison, and assigned improvement actions.
Operations
After-Action Review
Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Operations
Gemba Walk
Paper illustration of a SWOT matrix with four separated quadrants and marked strategic options.
Business Strategy
SWOT Analysis