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| Criterion |  Innovation SCAMPER |  Innovation Design Charrette |  UX Design Design Studio |  Innovation Reverse Brainstorming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For an existing solution under pressure to change, the method deliberately opens space for systematic variants. It directs attention to rebuilding, combining, and repurposing rather than only new basic ideas. This produces concrete evolution paths for products, offerings, or workflows. | In a tightly timed design process with many participants, the method pools several lines of thinking in a short time. It brings parallel design energy without letting the discussion tip into endless coordination. This quickly produces solid directions for architecture or space. | When several designs need to be quickly put in relation to each other, it makes ideas visible and comparable. It encourages early variants instead of long upfront debates. | For persistent errors or blockages, the method shifts the view to the opposite of the desired effect. It exposes the mechanics of failure and makes hidden causes easier to grasp. This makes improvement more concrete and the problem clearer. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | Halber Tag bis mehrere Tage | 1-3 h | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-10 | 10-50 | 3-8 | 3-12 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | SCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes | Sketches and Concepts, Consolidated Solution Sketch, Prioritized Direction | Sketches, Concept Directions, Design Decisions | Reverse Ideas, Risk Themes, Solution Ideas |
Tags1 shared | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation | BrainstormingWorkshopCollaborationIdeation | SketchingCollaborationIdeation | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityRisk |