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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Innovation Round Robin Brainstorming |  Innovation Rapid Ideation |
|---|---|---|---|
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 unevenly distributed speaking time, the method brings every person into the contribution one after another. It prevents early voices from setting the direction while still producing a shared idea space. This makes participation plannable and the team's diversity visible. | When a decision needs to be prepared quickly, the method generates many solution-close variants in a short time. It deliberately relies on pace to undercut self-censorship and perfectionism. This quickly produces a usable field for prioritization and further work. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 20-45 min | 5-20 min |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 4-10 | 1-20 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Idea List, Cluster, Shortlist | Ideenpool, Roh-Shortlist, Cluster |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | BrainstormingIdeationFacilitationInclusionCreativity | BrainstormingIdeationDivergenceSpeed |
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