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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking CATWOE Analysis |  Business Strategy Porter Five Forces |
|---|---|---|
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. | Porter Five Forces analyzes the forces that shape competitive pressure and profitability in a market. The view of market structure goes beyond individual competitors and reveals systemic pressure points. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-8 | 2-8 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | CATWOE Canvas, Root Definition, Stakeholder Perspectives, Constraints | Five Forces Analysis, Competitive Risks, Strategic Options |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingFramingStakeholders | StrategyCompetitionMarket |
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