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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Innovation Rolestorming |  Facilitation 1-2-4-All |
|---|---|---|---|
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 search for ideas stalls, switching roles helps people step outside their own perspective and activate new logics of action. The method reduces habit because contributions arise from a different stance. This brings unfamiliar, often fitting solution approaches into play. | When many people in a group too rarely get to speak, 1-2-4-All distributes thinking time more fairly. The format builds participation step by step and makes quiet or still-unformed thoughts usable faster. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 30-60 min | 10-20 min |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 3-12 | 4-100+ |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Rollenkarten, Ideenpool pro Rolle, Konsolidierte Shortlist | Idea List, Shared Insights, Emergent Themes |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | BrainstormingIdeationCreativity | FacilitationInclusionIdeation |
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