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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Business Strategy Business Model Canvas |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For complex problems with a fuzzy situation, the method cleanly separates search space and decision. It first creates breadth in understanding and then focus in elaboration. This brings open questions, problem definition, and solution path into a traceable movement. | For a complex deviation with several people involved, the method bundles problem, analysis, and decision onto one page. It creates a shared working space where causes, countermeasures, and follow-up fit together. | The Business Model Canvas condenses a business model to its key building blocks and assumptions. It makes variants quickly comparable and reveals gaps before validation or implementation begins. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 45-90 min | 1-2 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 2-5 | 2-8 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Business Model Canvas, Assumption List, Business Hypotheses |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | Business modelStrategyValueInnovation |
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