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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Decision Making Argument Mapping |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | When statements, evidence, and counterarguments get mixed up, a debate quickly loses its structure. Argument Mapping breaks a thesis down into its reasoning and makes visible what it really rests on. | Soft Systems Methodology helps explore unclear or politically charged problems systematically. Instead of forcing a quick answer, the method builds a shared understanding of perspectives and room for action. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 1-3 h | 0.5-3 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-8 | 5-15 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Argument Map, Evidence Gaps, Decision Rationale | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | SensemakingDecisionRationale | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking |
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