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| Criterion |  Operations DMAIC |  Decision Making RAPID |  Decision Making Risk Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | In complex management decisions, clarity is often missing about who recommends, who agrees, and who makes the decision. RAPID creates this assignment and stabilizes decisions across several levels. | When a project faces many possible disruptions, it quickly becomes unclear which risks deserve attention first. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a Risk Matrix and a Top Risk List. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 2-12 Wochen | 45-90 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 3-12 | 3-10 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Project Charter, Measurement Plan, Cause Analysis, Control Plan | RAPID Role Map, Recommendation, Decision Log | Risk Matrix, Top Risk List |
Tagsno overlap | Continuous improvementQualityProcess improvement | DecisionRolesGovernance | RiskDecisionPrioritizationAssessment |
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