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Criterion
Paper illustration of Double Diamond with its method-specific working model.
Innovation
Double Diamond
Iceberg Model method illustration showing its working structure
Systems Thinking
Iceberg Model
Paper illustration for Change Analysis.
Operations
Change 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.The Iceberg Model separates visible events from patterns, structures, and mental models. This turns a single observation into a deeper understanding of why a problem keeps recurring.For a deviation after a change, the method isolates the influence of the altered condition. It narrows down which differences are relevant and which are just accompanying noise.
Complexitydifferent
MediumLowMedium
Timedifferent
Wochen bis Monate30-60 min45-120 min
Participantsdifferent
3-122-102-6
Formatsame
Workshop + asyncWorkshop + asyncWorkshop + async
Outputdifferent
Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per PhaseIceberg Worksheet, Pattern Notes, Intervention IdeasChange Matrix, Cause Hypotheses, Validation Questions, Action List
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ProcessDivergenceInnovation
Systems thinkingRoot causePatterns
ChangeRoot causeTroubleshootingComparison
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Paper illustration for Behavior Over Time Graph.
Systems Thinking
Behavior Over Time Graph
Paper illustration for Current Reality Tree
Systems Thinking
Current Reality Tree
Paper illustration of Family Tree Analysis with its method-specific working model.
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Family Tree Analysis
Paper illustration for Future Reality Tree.
Systems Thinking
Future Reality Tree