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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Systems Thinking Future Reality Tree |  Innovation Design Thinking |  Systems Thinking Intervention Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 Future Reality Tree shows how desired actions are meant to lead to a better system state. The method checks whether a path of change holds together logically before time flows into implementation. | For complex user problems with an uncertain cause, the method connects observation, interpretation, and experiment into a learning cycle. It keeps the focus on real needs and avoids premature solution language. This produces robust decisions for product and service. | Intervention Mapping translates a need for change into a planned, evaluable program. The method connects target group, determinants, actions, and measurement into a traceable chain. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | High | High |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 2-4 h | 1 Tag bis mehrere Wochen | 1-5 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-8 | 4-10 | 4-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Future Reality Tree, Negative Branches, Assumption List, Improved Injections | Problem Statement, Prototype, Test Learnings | Logic Model, Change Objectives, Intervention Components, Evaluation Plan |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | Theory of ConstraintsSystems thinkingChange | InnovationPrototypeResearch | ChangeSystems thinkingCapability |