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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Systems Thinking Future Reality Tree |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |  Systems Thinking Leverage Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins. | Leverage Points show exactly where interventions in a system produce a disproportionate effect. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a leverage map and action strategy. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 2-4 h | 1-3 h | Half day |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-8 | 3-12 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Future Reality Tree, Negative Branches, Assumption List, Improved Injections | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points | Leverage Map, Action Strategy |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | Theory of ConstraintsSystems thinkingChange | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange | Systems thinkingChangeStrategy |