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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Polarity Mapping |  Agile Sprint Retrospective |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |
|---|---|---|---|
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 sprint is over and friction shouldn't simply be carried forward, it opens the view onto collaboration and patterns. It creates space to see causes and changes together. | When a controversial topic needs depth and discipline at the same time, Fishbowl Discussion makes the structure of the conversation transparent. The format keeps the core small enough for real dialogue and open enough for controlled turnover. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | Up to 3 hours for a one-month Sprint; shorter Sprints are usually shorter | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | Scrum Team | 8-80 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Polarity Map, Warning Signs, Balance Actions | Improvement actions, Team agreements | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingTradeoffsLeadership | RetrospectiveImprovementLearning | FacilitationDialogueLarge group |
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