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| Criterion |  Operations PDCA Cycle |  Operations RACI Matrix |  Business Strategy Strategy Execution Loop |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | With unclear responsibilities across several roles or areas, the method creates unambiguous accountability logic. It reduces friction because decision, execution, contribution, and information become separately visible. | The Strategy Execution Loop helps avoid treating strategy as a one-off document. It makes visible how strategic decisions are turned into objectives, initiatives, operational work, measurement, and learning. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Low | High |
Timedifferent | 1 h bis mehrere Wochen | 45-90 min | Initial 3-6 h, then monthly or quarterly reviews |
Participantsdifferent | 1-8 | 2-8 | 5-12 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | PDCA Log, Experiment Plan, Learning Outcome, Standard Change | RACI Matrix, Responsibility Map, Decision Notes | Execution Loop, Review Cadence, Strategic Learning Log |
Tagsno overlap | Continuous improvementLeanExperiments | RolesResponsibilityGovernanceOperations | ExecutionCadenceLearningGovernance |
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