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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Theory of Change |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Business Strategy GAP Analysis |  Operations Getting Things Done |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Theory of Change translates a desired impact into a traceable chain of change. It makes assumptions, intermediate goals, and measurement points visible before a program is rolled out at scale. | With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time. | GAP Analysis compares the current state with a target picture and makes the distance manageable. It becomes useful when, ahead of new initiatives, it must become clear which capabilities, processes, or resources are missing. | With many open commitments and ideas in daily life, a reliable external storage system emerges. The method relieves the mind so priority and context don't have to compete in memory. |
Complexitydifferent | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 2-6 h | 10-20 min daily | 1-3 h | 1-2 h Setup, laufend |
Participantsdifferent | 4-12 | 1 | 2-8 | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Async | Workshop + async | Async |
Outputdifferent | Theory of Change Map, Assumptions, Outcome Measures | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Gap Matrix, Action Plan, Risk Notes | Action Lists, Project List, Review Routine |
Tagsno overlap | ImpactOutcomesSystems thinkingStrategy | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | StrategyAnalysisPlanning | ProductivityPlanningTasksExecution |