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Paper illustration for Expectation Mapping.
Facilitation
Expectation Mapping
Paper illustration for Soft Systems Methodology.
Systems Thinking
Soft Systems Methodology
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.Soft Systems Methodology helps explore unclear or politically charged problems systematically. Instead of forcing a quick answer, the method builds a shared understanding of perspectives and room for action.
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45-90 min0.5-3 Tage
Participantsdifferent
3-125-15
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WorkshopWorkshop
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Expectation Map, Alignment Notes, AgreementsRich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda
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AlignmentStakeholdersTeam
Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking
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Paper illustration for Alignment Mapping.
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Alignment Mapping
Paper illustration for CATWOE Analysis.
Systems Thinking
CATWOE Analysis
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Decision Making
Cynefin Workshop
Paper illustration of Power-Interest Grid with a method-specific labelled workspace.
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