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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Systems Thinking Intervention Mapping |  Systems Thinking VUCA Scan |  Decision Making Force Field Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | Intervention Mapping translates a need for change into a planned, evaluable program. The method connects target group, determinants, actions, and measurement into a traceable chain. | 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. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | High | High | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 1-5 Tage | 30-90 min | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 4-12 | 1-10 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Logic Model, Change Objectives, Intervention Components, Evaluation Plan | VUCA Map, Response Options, Signal and Learning Plan | Force Field Map, Change Levers, Risk Notes |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | ChangeSystems thinkingCapability | SensemakingUncertaintyComplexityStrategyForesight | ChangeDecisionStrategy |