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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 for Standard Work Analysis.
Operations
Standard Work 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.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 the same task is done differently depending on the person, the method exposes the reliable core. It creates comparability without unnecessarily choking off needed latitude.
Complexitysame
MediumMediumMedium
Timedifferent
Wochen bis Monate30-60 min je Interview1-3 h
Participantsdifferent
3-125-10 Interviews2-6
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshop + asyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per PhaseSolution Feedback, Objection List, Validation NotesStandard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training Needs
Tagsno overlap
ProcessDivergenceInnovation
ValidationInterviewsPrototype
LeanProcessQuality
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A paper-based illustration representing Design Sprint with its core stages and visible working result.
Innovation
Design Sprint
Design Thinking as a learning loop: an observation notebook, a focused problem statement, different idea sketches, a cardboard prototype and user-test notes. Feedback leads to new understanding.
Innovation
Design Thinking
Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Operations
Gemba Walk
Four paper stations connect system purpose, quality goals, risk cards and focused investigation with a target and gap profile.
Architecture
LASR (Lightweight Approach for Software Reviews)