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| Criterion |  Innovation Rapid Ideation |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Innovation Rolestorming |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When a decision needs to be prepared quickly, the method generates many solution-close variants in a short time. It deliberately relies on pace to undercut self-censorship and perfectionism. This quickly produces a usable field for prioritization and further work. | With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time. | When a search for ideas stalls, switching roles helps people step outside their own perspective and activate new logics of action. The method reduces habit because contributions arise from a different stance. This brings unfamiliar, often fitting solution approaches into play. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 10-20 min daily | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-20 | 1 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Ideenpool, Roh-Shortlist, Cluster | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Rollenkarten, Ideenpool pro Rolle, Konsolidierte Shortlist |
Tagsno overlap | BrainstormingIdeationDivergenceSpeed | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | BrainstormingIdeationCreativity |
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