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Criterion
Paper illustration for Soft Systems Methodology.
Systems Thinking
Soft Systems Methodology
Paper illustration of several people silently writing ideas and passing sheets around with arrows.
Innovation
Brainwriting
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.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.
Complexitydifferent
HighLow
Timedifferent
0.5-3 Tage15-30 min
Participantsdifferent
5-153-12
Formatdifferent
WorkshopWorkshop + async
Outputdifferent
Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change AgendaIdea sheets, Expanded concepts, Prioritized list
Tagsno overlap
Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking
BrainstormingCollaborationInclusionIdeas
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Paper illustration for Cynefin Workshop.
Decision Making
Cynefin Workshop
Paper illustration of Design Charrette with its method-specific working model.
Innovation
Design Charrette
Paper mind map with a central course onboarding question, colored main branches, keywords and cross-links.
Facilitation
Mind Mapping
Rich Picture workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Systems Thinking
Rich Picture