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| Criterion |  Facilitation Dot Estimation |  Business Strategy GAP Analysis |  Business Strategy Value Chain Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | GAP Analysis compares the current state with a target picture and makes the distance manageable. It becomes useful when, ahead of new initiatives, it must become clear which capabilities, processes, or resources are missing. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 1-3 h | Half day |
Participantsdifferent | 3-20 | 2-8 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Gap Matrix, Action Plan, Risk Notes | Value Chain Map, Lever List |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationEffortRisk | StrategyAnalysisPlanning | StrategyBusiness modelDiagnosisAnalysis |
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