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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Systems Thinking Behavior Over Time Graph |  Systems Thinking Evaporating Cloud |  Systems Thinking Causal Loop Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | The method makes visible why two seemingly incompatible demands arise and which assumption must be tested to resolve the conflict. | A Causal Loop Diagram makes feedback, reinforcement, and balance in a system legible. It uncovers side effects and self-reinforcement that stay hidden in linear explanations. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 20-45 min | 60-120 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-10 | 2-8 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Behavior Over Time Graph, Trend Hypotheses, Key Events | Conflict Cloud, Assumption List, Breakthrough Ideas, Next Experiments | Causal Loop Diagram, Feedback Notes, Leverage Points |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | Systems thinkingPatternsDynamics | Theory of ConstraintsAssumptionsSystems thinking | FeedbackSystems thinkingCausalityDynamics |