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| Criterion |  Facilitation Dot Estimation |  Knowledge Modeling Concept Mapping |  Business Strategy Value Chain Analysis |  Knowledge Modeling Knowledge Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When size or effort can only be estimated roughly, Dot Estimation condenses the group's experience into a quick range. It turns individual contributions into a visible selection. The result is captured as an Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, and Discussion Targets. | 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. | 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. | Knowledge Mapping makes knowledge, gaps, and transfer paths visible across a field. It fits when expertise should not just exist but also be findable and transferable. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | High | Medium |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 1-2 h | Half day | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-20 | 1-8 | 3-8 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Concept Map, Relationship Labels, Knowledge Gaps | Value Chain Map, Lever List | Knowledge Map, Critical Knowledge Areas, Transfer Plan |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationEffortRisk | KnowledgeConceptsMappingSensemaking | StrategyBusiness modelDiagnosisAnalysis | KnowledgeMappingRisk |