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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking System Dynamics Simulation |  Operations Barrier Analysis |  Systems Thinking Causal Loop Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | System Dynamics Simulation makes assumptions about time, delay, and feedback testable through experiments. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a simulation model and scenario reports. | For a risk that can only be managed through multiple layers of protection, the method examines the effectiveness of each barrier. It shows where safeguards are missing, too weak, or fail under real conditions. | A Causal Loop Diagram makes feedback, reinforcement, and balance in a system legible. It uncovers side effects and self-reinforcement that stay hidden in linear explanations. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | Mehrere Tage bis Wochen | 2-4 h | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 Modellierende, Stakeholder asynchron | 2-6 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Simulation Model, Scenario Reports | Barrier Inventory, Failure Analysis per Barrier, Action Backlog | Causal Loop Diagram, Feedback Notes, Leverage Points |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingDynamicsSimulationAnalysis | Root causeSafetyIncident | FeedbackSystems thinkingCausalityDynamics |
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