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| Criterion | ![]() Decision Making Pareto Analysis | ![]() Operations Fault Tree Analysis | ![]() Operations ABC Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | In many problem situations, effect is distributed unequally across many causes. A Pareto Analysis separates the few drivers with high leverage from the long remainder and focuses attention on what measurably moves the needle. | For a critical top event with several possible triggers, the method logically models failure paths. It makes visible which combinations of conditions can lead to damage. | With many similar objects of differing economic significance, the method prioritizes effort by effect. It separates what needs regular steering from what rarely needs attention. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | High | Low |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 2-6 h | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-6 | 3-8 | 1-5 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Async |
Outputdifferent | Pareto Chart, Top Causes, Focus List | Fault Tree, Critical Paths, Cause Hypotheses, Control Actions | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List |
Tagsno overlap | PrioritizationQualityFocusRoot cause | RiskRoot causeSafety | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio |
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