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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Knowledge Modeling Concept Mapping |  Decision Making Cynefin Workshop |  Knowledge Modeling Domain Storytelling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | Concept Mapping arranges terms and relationships in a network that makes subject-matter connections tangible. It fits when a topic needs to be understood structurally rather than linearly. | When problems are unclear, chaotic, or only seemingly familiar, standard recipes fall short. A Cynefin Workshop sorts situations by the nature of their problem and connects them with matching action logic. | Domain Storytelling translates domain knowledge into a shared narrative of actors, objects, and workflows. It is especially useful when language, rules, and process understanding must be tightly connected. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 1-2 h | 60-180 min | 1-2 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-8 | 4-20 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Concept Map, Relationship Labels, Knowledge Gaps | Cynefin Map, Domain-specific Actions, Sensemaking Notes | Domain Story, Glossary Notes, Process Narrative |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | KnowledgeConceptsMappingSensemaking | ComplexitySensemakingDecision | KnowledgeDomain-Driven DesignProcess |