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| Criterion |  Facilitation Dot Estimation |  Knowledge Modeling Concept Mapping |  Business Strategy VRIO Framework |  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. | The VRIO Framework rates resources and capabilities on whether they are Valuable, Rare, Inimitable, and Organized. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a VRIO table and strategic actions. | 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 | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 1-2 h | 90-180 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-20 | 1-8 | 3-6 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Concept Map, Relationship Labels, Knowledge Gaps | VRIO Table, Strategic Actions | Knowledge Map, Critical Knowledge Areas, Transfer Plan |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationEffortRisk | KnowledgeConceptsMappingSensemaking | StrategyDiagnosisBusiness modelCapability | KnowledgeMappingRisk |