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| Criterion |  Product Strategy Impact Mapping |  Systems Thinking Causal Loop Diagram |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When a goal needs to be connected to several possible paths, it shows chains of impact instead of feature lists. It connects business goal, behavior change, and measures. | A Causal Loop Diagram makes feedback, reinforcement, and balance in a system legible. It uncovers side effects and self-reinforcement that stay hidden in linear explanations. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-8 | 2-8 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Impact Map, Outcome Hypotheses, Delivery Options | Causal Loop Diagram, Feedback Notes, Leverage Points |
Tagsno overlap | OutcomesStrategyBehaviorPlanning | FeedbackSystems thinkingCausalityDynamics |
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