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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking System Dynamics Simulation |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Systems Thinking Behavior Over Time Graph |
|---|---|---|---|
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. | 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. | A Behavior Over Time Graph shows how a metric or observation develops over time. The method makes trends, breaks, and recurring patterns visible that get lost in snapshots. |
Complexitydifferent | High | High | Low |
Timedifferent | Mehrere Tage bis Wochen | 0.5-3 Tage | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-5 Modellierende, Stakeholder asynchron | 5-15 | 1-10 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Simulation Model, Scenario Reports | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Behavior Over Time Graph, Trend Hypotheses, Key Events |
Tags1 shared | Systems thinkingDynamicsSimulationAnalysis | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | Systems thinkingPatternsDynamics |
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