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| Criterion | ![]() Decision Making Three-Point Estimation | ![]() DevOps Blameless Postmortem | ![]() Facilitation Dot Estimation | ![]() DevOps Incident Command |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | After an incident with damage or a near miss, the method creates a sober field for learning without assigning blame. It directs attention to the course of events, conditions, and effective countermeasures. | When size or effort can only be estimated roughly, Dot Estimation condenses the group's experience into a quick range. It turns individual contributions into a visible selection. The result is captured as an Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, and Discussion Targets. | During an acute incident with several people involved, the method creates a clear leadership and communication structure. It reduces chaos when fast coordination and clean situational awareness are both needed at once. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 10-30 min je Item | 30-90 min | 5-20 min | As needed |
Participantsdifferent | 1-8 | 3-12 | 3-20 | 4-15 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Three-Point Estimate, Risk Range, Assumption Notes | Postmortem Doc, Action Items, Timeline | Effort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion Targets | Incident Log, Action Tracker, Stakeholder Updates |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationUncertaintyForecasting | Site Reliability EngineeringIncidentLearningReliability | EstimationEffortRisk | IncidentOperationsReliability |



