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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |  Operations ABC Analysis |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins. | With many similar objects of differing economic significance, the method prioritizes effort by effect. It separates what needs regular steering from what rarely needs attention. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 1-5 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async |
Outputdifferent | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points | ABC Classification, Focus Rules, Control List |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange | PrioritizationOperationsPortfolio |
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