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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking CATWOE Analysis |  Operations Learning Review |  Facilitation Expectation Mapping |  Operations After-Action Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | After a project phase with mixed results, the method makes learning from the individual case reusable. It connects events, decisions, and systemic conditions into robust insights. | 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. | After missions or project phases with unclear outcomes, the method makes visible what actually happened and what can be learned from it. It separates course, effect, and causes so experience turns into solid improvement. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 1-3 h | 45-90 min | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-8 | 3-10 | 3-12 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | CATWOE Canvas, Root Definition, Stakeholder Perspectives, Constraints | Learning Review Notes, System Factors, Improvement Actions | Expectation Map, Alignment Notes, Agreements | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingFramingStakeholders | LearningRetrospectiveIncidentOperations | AlignmentStakeholdersTeam | LearningOperationsImprovement |