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| Criterion |  Operations Process Mapping |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Operations Failure Mode and Effects Analysis |  Operations After-Action Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | With a confusing workflow that has many handoffs, the method makes the actual process visible. It shows where work is passed on, delayed, or duplicated, so improvement targets the right spots. | 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. | For a process, product, or service with noticeable failure risks, the method assesses possible failure modes in advance. It directs attention to combinations of occurrence, effect, and detectability. | After missions or project phases with unclear outcomes, the method makes visible what actually happened and what can be learned from it. It separates course, effect, and causes so experience turns into solid improvement. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | High | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 1-3 h | 2-6 h | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 2-8 | 3-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Process Map, Handoff List, Improvement Backlog | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | FMEA Table, Risk Priority, Mitigation Actions | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessOperationsImprovement | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | RiskQualityOperationsRoot cause | LearningOperationsImprovement |