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Criterion
Paper illustration of Double Diamond with its method-specific working model.
Innovation
Double Diamond
Paper illustration for Solution Interview
Product Discovery
Solution Interview
Paper illustration of Riskiest Assumption Test with a method-specific labelled workspace.
Product Discovery
Riskiest Assumption Test
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.When a solution idea is already on the table, it checks how it is understood and evaluated. It looks for resonance, objections, and missing fit early in the conversation.When an idea hinges on one critical unknown, it prioritizes testing that exact piece of uncertainty first. It separates problem, assumption, solution, and evidence. The result is captured as a prioritized list of assumptions, a test plan, and a result report.
Complexitysame
MediumMediumMedium
Timedifferent
Wochen bis Monate30-60 min je Interview1-2 Wochen pro Iteration
Participantsdifferent
3-125-10 Interviews2-6
Formatsame
Workshop + asyncWorkshop + asyncWorkshop + async
Outputdifferent
Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per PhaseSolution Feedback, Objection List, Validation NotesPrioritized Assumption List, Test Plan, Results Report
Tagsno overlap
ProcessDivergenceInnovation
ValidationInterviewsPrototype
ExperimentsValidationDiscoveryAssumptions
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Product Discovery
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Innovation
Design Sprint
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Product Discovery
Experiment Canvas
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Product Discovery
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