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| Criterion |  Operations Process Mapping |  Innovation Crazy 8s |  Innovation Double Diamond |  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. | With only a few minutes available and a still-fuzzy solution search, the method forces a wide range of variants. It produces fast sketches before the first idea can settle in, making different directions directly comparable and open to further development. | For complex problems with a fuzzy situation, the method cleanly separates search space and decision. It first creates breadth in understanding and then focus in elaboration. This brings open questions, problem definition, and solution path into a traceable movement. | 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 | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 8-15 min | Wochen bis Monate | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 1-10 | 3-12 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Process Map, Handoff List, Improvement Backlog | Sketch Set, Idea Shortlist, Direction Options | Problem Statement, Solution Options, Prototypes, Deliverables per Phase | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessOperationsImprovement | BrainstormingSketchingSpeedDivergenceDesign sprint | ProcessDivergenceInnovation | LearningOperationsImprovement |