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| Criterion |  Knowledge Modeling IBIS |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Decision Making Risk Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | IBIS structures thinking about complex questions as a sequence of issues, ideas, and arguments. The method keeps discussions open without forcing them into premature consensus. | For a complex deviation with several people involved, the method bundles problem, analysis, and decision onto one page. It creates a shared working space where causes, countermeasures, and follow-up fit together. | When a project faces many possible disruptions, it quickly becomes unclear which risks deserve attention first. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a Risk Matrix and a Top Risk List. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 45-90 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 2-5 | 3-10 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Issue Map, Positions, Argument Notes | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Risk Matrix, Top Risk List |
Tagsno overlap | RationaleKnowledgeDecision | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | RiskDecisionPrioritizationAssessment |
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