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| Criterion |  Facilitation Dot Estimation |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Systems Thinking Leverage Points |  Systems Thinking Systems 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. | When several contexts need to talk to each other, it makes their relationships and dependencies legible. It helps sort integration pressure and responsibilities across system boundaries. | Leverage Points show exactly where interventions in a system produce a disproportionate effect. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a leverage map and action strategy. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | High | Medium |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 1-3 h | Half day | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-20 | 2-8 | 3-12 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | Leverage Map, Action Strategy | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationEffortRisk | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | Systems thinkingChangeStrategy | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange |