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| Criterion |  Facilitation Open Space Technology |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |  Agile Specification by Example |  Facilitation Lean Coffee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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 a controversial topic needs depth and discipline at the same time, Fishbowl Discussion makes the structure of the conversation transparent. The format keeps the core small enough for real dialogue and open enough for controlled turnover. | When business rules need to become precise, it ties language, example, and test together. It sorts work by value, risk, and delivery ability. The result is captured as an Example Table and Acceptance Tests. | When a group without a fixed agenda needs to get into useful conversations quickly, Lean Coffee structures the start around interests rather than a presentation. The group itself negotiates which topics get time first and which wait. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 0.5-2 Tage | 45-90 min | 60-90 min pro Feature | 30-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 20-500+ | 8-80 | 3-6 | 3-20 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions | Example Table, Acceptance Tests | Prioritized Topics, Discussion Notes, Action Items |
Tagsno overlap | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | FacilitationDialogueLarge group | AgileRequirementsExamplesBehavior-Driven Development | FacilitationAutonomyDialogue |