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| Criterion |  Decision Making PERT Estimation |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Systems Thinking Leverage Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | On complex initiatives, a plain average tends to understate just how uncertain the outcome really is. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a PERT Estimate, Expected Value, and Risk Notes. | Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins. | When several contexts need to talk to each other, it makes their relationships and dependencies legible. It helps sort integration pressure and responsibilities across system boundaries. | Leverage Points show exactly where interventions in a system produce a disproportionate effect. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a leverage map and action strategy. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | 15-45 min | 1-3 h | 1-3 h | Half day |
Participantsdifferent | 1-8 | 3-12 | 2-8 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | PERT Estimate, Expected Value, Risk Notes | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | Leverage Map, Action Strategy |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationUncertaintyRisk | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | Systems thinkingChangeStrategy |