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| Criterion |  Innovation SCAMPER |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |  Innovation 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. | When a controversial topic needs depth and discipline at the same time, Fishbowl Discussion makes the structure of the conversation transparent. The format keeps the core small enough for real dialogue and open enough for controlled turnover. | When a team faces an open question with many obvious directions, the method first creates breadth instead of premature commitment. It separates idea flow from evaluation and makes lines of thought visible, creating a pool for selection and further development. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 45-90 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-10 | 8-80 | 4-12 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | SCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions | Idea pool, Theme clusters, Shortlist |
Tagsno overlap | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation | FacilitationDialogueLarge group | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityWorkshopDivergence |
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