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Paper illustration for Fault Tree Analysis.
Operations
Fault Tree Analysis
Paper illustration for Fishbowl Discussion.
Facilitation
Fishbowl Discussion
Paper illustration for Open Space Technology.
Facilitation
Open Space Technology
Purposedifferent
For a critical top event with several possible triggers, the method logically models failure paths. It makes visible which combinations of conditions can lead to damage.When a controversial topic needs depth and discipline at the same time, Fishbowl Discussion makes the structure of the conversation transparent. The format keeps the core small enough for real dialogue and open enough for controlled turnover.When a complex topic does not yet have a fitting agenda, Open Space Technology hands topic ownership back to the participants. The format suits questions that only move forward when real interest determines the order.
Complexitydifferent
HighMediumHigh
Timedifferent
2-6 h45-90 min0.5-2 Tage
Participantsdifferent
3-88-8020-500+
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshopWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Fault Tree, Critical Paths, Cause Hypotheses, Control ActionsDiscussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up QuestionsSession Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics
Tagsno overlap
RiskRoot causeSafety
FacilitationDialogueLarge group
FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy
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Facilitation
Lean Coffee
Paper illustration for World Café.
Facilitation
World Café
Paper illustration of Barrier Analysis with its method-specific working model.
Operations
Barrier Analysis