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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Operations Getting Things Done |  Operations 8D Problem Solving |  Operations Weekly Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | With many open commitments and ideas in daily life, a reliable external storage system emerges. The method relieves the mind so priority and context don't have to compete in memory. | 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. | In a week with many open loops, the method creates distance from operational noise. It organizes commitments, calendar, and projects so the next week becomes workable. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | High | Low |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | 1-2 h Setup, laufend | 1-6 Wochen | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1 | 4-10 | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop + async | Async |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Action Lists, Project List, Review Routine | 8D Report, Containment Plan, Root Cause Evidence, Corrective Action Plan | Updated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next Actions |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | ProductivityPlanningTasksExecution | QualityProblem solvingRoot cause | ProductivityExecutionPlanning |