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Gap Analysis method illustration showing its working structure
Business Strategy
GAP Analysis
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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
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Weekly Review
Purposedifferent
GAP Analysis compares the current state with a target picture and makes the distance manageable. It becomes useful when, ahead of new initiatives, it must become clear which capabilities, processes, or resources are missing.For a process, product, or service with noticeable failure risks, the method assesses possible failure modes in advance. It directs attention to combinations of occurrence, effect, and detectability.In a week with many open loops, the method creates distance from operational noise. It organizes commitments, calendar, and projects so the next week becomes workable.
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Timedifferent
1-3 h2-6 h30-60 min
Participantsdifferent
2-83-101
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshopAsync
Outputdifferent
Gap Matrix, Action Plan, Risk NotesFMEA Table, Risk Priority, Mitigation ActionsUpdated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next Actions
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StrategyAnalysisPlanning
RiskQualityOperationsRoot cause
ProductivityExecutionPlanning
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