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| Criterion |  Knowledge Modeling Concept Mapping |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |  Business Strategy Value Chain Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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. | Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins. | Value Chain Analysis shows where value is created, costs accrue, and differentiation becomes possible along the process. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a value-chain map and lever list. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | 1-3 h | Half day |
Participantsdifferent | 1-8 | 3-12 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Concept Map, Relationship Labels, Knowledge Gaps | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points | Value Chain Map, Lever List |
Tagsno overlap | KnowledgeConceptsMappingSensemaking | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange | StrategyBusiness modelDiagnosisAnalysis |
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