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Criterion
Paper illustration for Three-Point Estimation.
Decision Making
Three-Point Estimation
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Operations
ALPEN Method
Purposedifferent
A single estimate for effort, time, or risk often looks too smooth for the real uncertainty behind it. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a Three-Point Estimate, Risk Range, and Assumption Notes.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.
Complexitydifferent
MediumLow
Timedifferent
10-30 min je Item10-20 min daily
Participantsdifferent
1-81
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncAsync
Outputdifferent
Three-Point Estimate, Risk Range, Assumption NotesDaily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes
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EstimationUncertaintyForecasting
PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations
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Getting Things Done
Paper illustration for PERT Estimation.
Decision Making
PERT Estimation
A paper tomato timer connects a focus task, short breaks and a work record.
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Pomodoro Technique