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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Operations RACI Matrix |  Decision Making Cynefin Workshop |  Decision Making DACI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 unclear responsibilities across several roles or areas, the method creates unambiguous accountability logic. It reduces friction because decision, execution, contribution, and information become separately visible. | When problems are unclear, chaotic, or only seemingly familiar, standard recipes fall short. A Cynefin Workshop sorts situations by the nature of their problem and connects them with matching action logic. | In cross-functional decisions, responsibilities quickly blur between approval, influence, and execution. DACI arranges these roles so decision pressure, contribution, and information stay cleanly separated. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 45-90 min | 60-180 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 2-8 | 4-20 | 2-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | RACI Matrix, Responsibility Map, Decision Notes | Cynefin Map, Domain-specific Actions, Sensemaking Notes | DACI Matrix, Decision Owner, Decision Log |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | RolesResponsibilityGovernanceOperations | ComplexitySensemakingDecision | DecisionRolesGovernanceAlignment |