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Iceberg Model method illustration showing its working structure
Systems Thinking
Iceberg Model
Paper illustration for Standard Work Analysis.
Operations
Standard Work Analysis
Paper illustration for Behavior Over Time Graph.
Systems Thinking
Behavior Over Time Graph
Purposedifferent
The Iceberg Model separates visible events from patterns, structures, and mental models. This turns a single observation into a deeper understanding of why a problem keeps recurring.When the same task is done differently depending on the person, the method exposes the reliable core. It creates comparability without unnecessarily choking off needed latitude.A Behavior Over Time Graph shows how a metric or observation develops over time. The method makes trends, breaks, and recurring patterns visible that get lost in snapshots.
Complexitydifferent
LowMediumLow
Timedifferent
30-60 min1-3 h20-45 min
Participantsdifferent
2-102-61-10
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshopWorkshop + async
Outputdifferent
Iceberg Worksheet, Pattern Notes, Intervention IdeasStandard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training NeedsBehavior Over Time Graph, Trend Hypotheses, Key Events
Tagsno overlap
Systems thinkingRoot causePatterns
LeanProcessQuality
Systems thinkingPatternsDynamics
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Paper illustration of System Archetypes with its method-specific working model.
Systems Thinking
System Archetypes
Paper illustration for 8D Problem Solving.
Operations
8D Problem Solving
Causal Loop Diagram workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Systems Thinking
Causal Loop Diagram