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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Operations ABC Analysis |  Operations 5 Whys |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | With many similar objects of differing economic significance, the method prioritizes effort by effect. It separates what needs regular steering from what rarely needs attention. | For a single, hard-to-explain deviation, the method exposes the causal chain behind the visible symptom. It keeps the cause open until a controllable condition emerges instead of a mere description. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 30-60 min | 15-30 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-5 | 2-6 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List | Root cause notes, Countermeasures |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio | Root causeIncidentLeanProblem solving |
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