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| Criterion | ![]() Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology | ![]() Facilitation 3-Circle Venn Diagram |
|---|---|---|
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 three perspectives matter at the same time, a Three-Circle Venn Diagram shows the overlaps and remainders precisely. It makes visible where shared effect arises and where only a partial perspective applies. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low |
Timedifferent | 0.5-3 Tage | 15-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 5-15 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Venn Diagram, Overlap Notes, Differentiators |
Tagsno overlap | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | ComparisonFacilitationAlignment |
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