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| Criterion |  Operations Kaizen Event |  Facilitation Open Space Technology |  Facilitation Barcamp |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a tightly scoped process segment with noticeable waste, the method bundles shared energy for change. It suits situations that call for fast learning loops and visible adjustments. | 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. | When many people can contribute knowledge and the flow should stay open, Barcamp provides a framework for self-organized sessions. The format channels energy without defining the content too narrowly in advance. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium |
Timedifferent | 0.5-5 Tage | 0.5-2 Tage | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 4-10 | 20-500+ | 15-200 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Kaizen Charter, Waste List, Improvement Experiments, Standard Work Update | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings |
Tagsno overlap | LeanContinuous improvementOperations | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | FacilitationLarge groupLearning |
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