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| Criterion |  Facilitation Expectation Mapping |  Innovation Brainwriting |  Innovation Crazy 8s |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When roles, interfaces, or projects fail because of differing expectations, Expectation Mapping surfaces these differences. It shows what each side takes for granted and where the pictures diverge. | When loud voices or hierarchy distort the idea search, the method creates a quiet entry into joint development. It gives everyone thinking space and gathers contributions without social brakes, making diversity more visible and easier to build on. | With only a few minutes available and a still-fuzzy solution search, the method forces a wide range of variants. It produces fast sketches before the first idea can settle in, making different directions directly comparable and open to further development. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 15-30 min | 8-15 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-12 | 1-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Expectation Map, Alignment Notes, Agreements | Idea sheets, Expanded concepts, Prioritized list | Sketch Set, Idea Shortlist, Direction Options |
Tagsno overlap | AlignmentStakeholdersTeam | BrainstormingCollaborationInclusionIdeas | BrainstormingSketchingSpeedDivergenceDesign sprint |
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