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| Criterion |  Innovation SCAMPER |  Facilitation Mind Mapping |  Innovation Brainwriting |
|---|---|---|---|
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 topic is still unclear and too many thoughts surface at once, Mind Mapping creates an open surface for ordering them. It makes connections, subtopics, and starting points visible without fixing them too early. | When loud voices or hierarchy distort the idea search, the method creates a quiet entry into joint development. It gives everyone thinking space and gathers contributions without social brakes, making diversity more visible and easier to build on. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 15-45 min | 15-30 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-10 | 1-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | SCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes | Mind Map, Topic Clusters, Open Questions | Idea sheets, Expanded concepts, Prioritized list |
Tags1 shared | BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation | BrainstormingIdeasMappingStructureFacilitation | BrainstormingCollaborationInclusionIdeas |
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