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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking CATWOE Analysis |  Operations Runbook |  Operations Process 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. | For recurring operational tasks or incidents, the method keeps solid action logic ready. It reduces uncertainty when time pressure, role changes, or rare situations demand fast access. | 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. | 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 | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 20-60 min | 1-3 h | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-8 | 1-4 | 3-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | CATWOE Canvas, Root Definition, Stakeholder Perspectives, Constraints | Runbook, Checklist, Escalation Path | Process Map, Handoff List, Improvement Backlog | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingFramingStakeholders | OperationsReliabilityDocumentation | ProcessOperationsImprovement | LearningOperationsImprovement |