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Criterion
Paper illustration for OODA Loop.
Decision Making
OODA Loop
Paper illustration for TOWS Matrix.
Business Strategy
TOWS Matrix
Purposedifferent
In dynamic situations, decisions become outdated faster than they can be prepared. The OODA Loop holds observing, orienting, deciding, and acting together as a recurring rhythm so reaction does not slide into inertia.The TOWS Matrix connects internal strengths and weaknesses with external opportunities and threats into action-oriented strategies. It goes a step further than a pure stocktaking.
Complexitysame
MediumMedium
Timedifferent
15-60 min je Zyklus1-2 h
Participantsdifferent
1-83-10
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Situation Assessment, Decision Loop, Action UpdatesTOWS Matrix, Strategic Options, Priority Actions
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