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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Operations Getting Things Done |  Operations Eat the Frog |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Soft Systems Methodology helps explore unclear or politically charged problems systematically. Instead of forcing a quick answer, the method builds a shared understanding of perspectives and room for action. | 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. | With many open commitments and ideas in daily life, a reliable external storage system emerges. The method relieves the mind so priority and context don't have to compete in memory. | The method protects energy and attention for the task that creates the largest progress and is often postponed. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 10-20 min daily | 1-2 h Setup, laufend | 15-90 min daily |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Async | Async | Async |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Action Lists, Project List, Review Routine | Priority Task, Completion Note, Daily Focus |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | ProductivityPlanningTasksExecution | PrioritizationProductivityFocusExecution |