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| Criterion |  Operations PDCA Cycle |  Agile Affinity Estimation |  Operations Kaizen Event |  Agile Planning Poker |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For an improvement that still has to prove itself in everyday work, the method runs it through small learning loops. It connects planning, checking, and standardization into a repeatable learning mode. | When many tasks need to be classified quickly, it sorts them by perceived effort and similarity. It reduces the effort of fine-grained estimation for large volumes. | 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 estimates within the team diverge too much, it puts differing expectations on a common test bench. It separates rough complexity from unspoken assumptions. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 1 h bis mehrere Wochen | 30-90 min | 0.5-5 Tage | 2-5 min je Item |
Participantsdifferent | 1-8 | 3-12 | 4-10 | 3-9 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | PDCA Log, Experiment Plan, Learning Outcome, Standard Change | Affinity Size Map, Grouped Estimates, Unclear Items | Kaizen Charter, Waste List, Improvement Experiments, Standard Work Update | Relative Estimates, Assumption Notes, Split Candidates |
Tagsno overlap | Continuous improvementLeanExperiments | EstimationBacklogRelative sizing | LeanContinuous improvementOperations | EstimationAgileRelative sizingTeam |