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| Criterion |  Innovation Morphological Analysis |  Operations Getting Things Done |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Operations Weekly Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a search for solutions with many degrees of freedom, a grid emerges for systematic combinations. The method separates features, variants, and exclusion criteria, so the space gets explored deliberately. | With many open commitments and ideas in daily life, a reliable external storage system emerges. The method relieves the mind so priority and context don't have to compete in memory. | With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 1-2 h Setup, laufend | 10-20 min daily | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Async | Async |
Outputdifferent | Morphological Box, Concept Combinations, Idea Shortlist | Action Lists, Project List, Review Routine | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Updated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next Actions |
Tagsno overlap | IdeationInnovationCreativity | ProductivityPlanningTasksExecution | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | ProductivityExecutionPlanning |