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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Polarity Mapping |  Systems Thinking System Dynamics Simulation |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Systems Thinking Causal Loop Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | System Dynamics Simulation makes assumptions about time, delay, and feedback testable through experiments. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a simulation model and scenario reports. | For a complex deviation with several people involved, the method bundles problem, analysis, and decision onto one page. It creates a shared working space where causes, countermeasures, and follow-up fit together. | A Causal Loop Diagram makes feedback, reinforcement, and balance in a system legible. It uncovers side effects and self-reinforcement that stay hidden in linear explanations. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | Mehrere Tage bis Wochen | 45-90 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-5 Modellierende, Stakeholder asynchron | 2-5 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Polarity Map, Warning Signs, Balance Actions | Simulation Model, Scenario Reports | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Causal Loop Diagram, Feedback Notes, Leverage Points |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingTradeoffsLeadership | Systems thinkingDynamicsSimulationAnalysis | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | FeedbackSystems thinkingCausalityDynamics |