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| Criterion |  Innovation Double Diamond |  Business Strategy Value Chain Analysis |  Business Strategy Business Model Stress 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. | Value Chain Analysis shows where value is created, costs accrue, and differentiation becomes possible along the process. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a value-chain map and lever list. | A Business Model Stress Test checks how well a business model holds up under pressure and headwinds. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a stress-test report and action plan per scenario. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | High |
Timedifferent | Wochen bis Monate | Half day | Half day |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-8 | 3-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Value Chain Map, Lever List | Stress Test Report, Action Plan per Scenario |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | StrategyBusiness modelDiagnosisAnalysis | StrategyBusiness modelRiskDiagnosis |
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