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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Systems Thinking Behavior Over Time Graph |  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. | A Behavior Over Time Graph shows how a metric or observation develops over time. The method makes trends, breaks, and recurring patterns visible that get lost in snapshots. | 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 | 20-45 min | 15-30 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-10 | 2-6 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Behavior Over Time Graph, Trend Hypotheses, Key Events | Root cause notes, Countermeasures |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | Systems thinkingPatternsDynamics | Root causeIncidentLeanProblem solving |
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