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| Criterion |  Operations Process Mapping |  Knowledge Modeling Domain Storytelling |  Operations Kaizen Event |  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. | Domain Storytelling translates domain knowledge into a shared narrative of actors, objects, and workflows. It is especially useful when language, rules, and process understanding must be tightly connected. | For a tightly scoped process segment with noticeable waste, the method bundles shared energy for change. It suits situations that call for fast learning loops and visible adjustments. | 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 | 1-2 h | 0.5-5 Tage | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 2-8 | 4-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Process Map, Handoff List, Improvement Backlog | Domain Story, Glossary Notes, Process Narrative | Kaizen Charter, Waste List, Improvement Experiments, Standard Work Update | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary |
Tagsno overlap | ProcessOperationsImprovement | KnowledgeDomain-Driven DesignProcess | LeanContinuous improvementOperations | LearningOperationsImprovement |