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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Facilitation Lean Coffee |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 a group without a fixed agenda needs to get into useful conversations quickly, Lean Coffee structures the start around interests rather than a presentation. The group itself negotiates which topics get time first and which wait. | When many people can contribute knowledge and the flow should stay open, Barcamp provides a framework for self-organized sessions. The format channels energy without defining the content too narrowly in advance. | When a controversial topic needs depth and discipline at the same time, Fishbowl Discussion makes the structure of the conversation transparent. The format keeps the core small enough for real dialogue and open enough for controlled turnover. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 30-90 min | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 3-20 | 15-200 | 8-80 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Prioritized Topics, Discussion Notes, Action Items | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | FacilitationAutonomyDialogue | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | FacilitationDialogueLarge group |