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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Decision Making Force Field Analysis |  Systems Thinking VUCA Scan |  Systems Thinking Leverage Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | In change initiatives, supporting and restraining forces sit at the table at the same time. Force Field Analysis makes these tensions explicit and shows where change can be pushed forward by strengthening or relieving. | The VUCA Scan helps read difficult situations more precisely. Instead of treating unclarity as generally complicated, the method separates fast change, missing knowledge, systemic entanglement, and ambiguous interpretation. | Leverage Points show exactly where interventions in a system produce a disproportionate effect. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a leverage map and action strategy. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Low | High |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 45-90 min | 30-90 min | Half day |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 3-12 | 1-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Force Field Map, Change Levers, Risk Notes | VUCA Map, Response Options, Signal and Learning Plan | Leverage Map, Action Strategy |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | ChangeDecisionStrategy | SensemakingUncertaintyComplexityStrategyForesight | Systems thinkingChangeStrategy |