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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking CATWOE Analysis |  Innovation Reverse Brainstorming |  Innovation SCAMPER |  Innovation Rolestorming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | For persistent errors or blockages, the method shifts the view to the opposite of the desired effect. It exposes the mechanics of failure and makes hidden causes easier to grasp. This makes improvement more concrete and the problem clearer. | For an existing solution under pressure to change, the method deliberately opens space for systematic variants. It directs attention to rebuilding, combining, and repurposing rather than only new basic ideas. This produces concrete evolution paths for products, offerings, or workflows. | When a search for ideas stalls, switching roles helps people step outside their own perspective and activate new logics of action. The method reduces habit because contributions arise from a different stance. This brings unfamiliar, often fitting solution approaches into play. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 30-60 min | 30-60 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-8 | 3-12 | 2-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | CATWOE Canvas, Root Definition, Stakeholder Perspectives, Constraints | Reverse Ideas, Risk Themes, Solution Ideas | SCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes | Rollenkarten, Ideenpool pro Rolle, Konsolidierte Shortlist |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingFramingStakeholders | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityRisk | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation | BrainstormingIdeationCreativity |