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| Criterion |  Operations DMAIC |  Operations After-Action Review |  Operations Process Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a process problem with fluctuating performance, the method brings analysis and improvement into a disciplined sequence. It creates a framework in which numbers, causes, and control come together. | 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. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 2-12 Wochen | 20-45 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 3-12 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Project Charter, Measurement Plan, Cause Analysis, Control Plan | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary | Process Map, Handoff List, Improvement Backlog |
Tagsno overlap | Continuous improvementQualityProcess improvement | LearningOperationsImprovement | ProcessOperationsImprovement |
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