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| Criterion |  Operations Standard Work Analysis |  Business Strategy Ansoff Matrix |  Operations DMAIC |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When the same task is done differently depending on the person, the method exposes the reliable core. It creates comparability without unnecessarily choking off needed latitude. | The Ansoff Matrix organizes growth options by market and product relation. It helps weigh expansion, diversification, and adaptation cleanly against each other. | For a process problem with fluctuating performance, the method brings analysis and improvement into a disciplined sequence. It creates a framework in which numbers, causes, and control come together. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | High |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 45-90 min | 2-12 Wochen |
Participantsdifferent | 2-6 | 2-8 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Standard Work Sheet, Deviation List, Improved Standard, Training Needs | Ansoff Matrix, Growth Options, Risk Notes | Project Charter, Measurement Plan, Cause Analysis, Control Plan |
Tagsno overlap | LeanProcessQuality | GrowthStrategyMarketPortfolio | Continuous improvementQualityProcess improvement |
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