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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Operations DMAIC |  Business Strategy Three Horizons |  Operations Standard Work Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | For a process problem with fluctuating performance, the method brings analysis and improvement into a disciplined sequence. It creates a framework in which numbers, causes, and control come together. | Three Horizons helps clarify strategic options across different timeframes. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and investment choices, and captures the result as a horizon map, portfolio view, and initiatives per horizon. | When the same task is done differently depending on the person, the method exposes the reliable core. It creates comparability without unnecessarily choking off needed latitude. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 2-12 Wochen | Halbtags-Workshop, dann iterativ | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-10 | 3-12 | 2-6 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Project Charter, Measurement Plan, Cause Analysis, Control Plan | Horizon map, Portfolio view, Initiatives per horizon, Resource plan | Standard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training Needs |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | Continuous improvementQualityProcess improvement | StrategyInnovationPortfolioForesight | LeanProcessQuality |