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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Innovation Brainstorming |  Operations 8D Problem Solving |  Innovation SCAMPER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 a team faces an open question with many obvious directions, the method first creates breadth instead of premature commitment. It separates idea flow from evaluation and makes lines of thought visible, creating a pool for selection and further development. | For an acute quality or delivery problem, the method structures immediate protection and root cause work together. It keeps the situation stable while the actual cause is investigated cleanly. | For an existing solution under pressure to change, the method deliberately opens space for systematic variants. It directs attention to rebuilding, combining, and repurposing rather than only new basic ideas. This produces concrete evolution paths for products, offerings, or workflows. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | High | Low |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 30-60 min | 1-6 Wochen | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 4-12 | 4-10 | 2-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Idea pool, Theme clusters, Shortlist | 8D Report, Containment Plan, Root Cause Evidence, Corrective Action Plan | SCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityWorkshopDivergence | QualityProblem solvingRoot cause | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation |