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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Polarity Mapping |  Decision Making Risk Matrix |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Polarity Mapping makes tensions between two opposing poles tangible, such as standardization and adaptation or control and autonomy. The method guards against making apparent either-or decisions prematurely. | When a project faces many possible disruptions, it quickly becomes unclear which risks deserve attention first. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a Risk Matrix and a Top Risk List. | Soft Systems Methodology helps explore unclear or politically charged problems systematically. Instead of forcing a quick answer, the method builds a shared understanding of perspectives and room for action. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | High |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | 30-60 min | 0.5-3 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-10 | 5-15 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Polarity Map, Warning Signs, Balance Actions | Risk Matrix, Top Risk List | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingTradeoffsLeadership | RiskDecisionPrioritizationAssessment | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking |
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