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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking CATWOE Analysis |  Facilitation Expectation Mapping |  Knowledge Modeling Concept Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | CATWOE structures a problem from six viewpoints and prevents too narrow a view of the situation. Different experiences of the system become comparably discussable this way. | When roles, interfaces, or projects fail because of differing expectations, Expectation Mapping surfaces these differences. It shows what each side takes for granted and where the pictures diverge. | Concept Mapping arranges terms and relationships in a network that makes subject-matter connections tangible. It fits when a topic needs to be understood structurally rather than linearly. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 45-90 min | 1-2 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-8 | 3-12 | 1-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | CATWOE Canvas, Root Definition, Stakeholder Perspectives, Constraints | Expectation Map, Alignment Notes, Agreements | Concept Map, Relationship Labels, Knowledge Gaps |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingFramingStakeholders | AlignmentStakeholdersTeam | KnowledgeConceptsMappingSensemaking |
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