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Paper illustration for Three-Point Estimation.
Decision Making
Three-Point Estimation
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Facilitation
Dot Estimation
Independent contributions form an ordered group priority list.
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Nominal Group Technique
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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.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.When loud voices could dominate a round, Nominal Group Technique protects individual thinking time from group effects. It collects ideas separately first and only then enables shared weighting.
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10-30 min je Item5-20 min60-120 min
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Workshop + asyncWorkshopWorkshop
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Three-Point Estimate, Risk Range, Assumption NotesEffort Heatmap, Risk Signals, Discussion TargetsRanked Ideas, Clarified Options, Group Priority
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EstimationUncertaintyForecasting
EstimationEffortRisk
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Dot Voting
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Decision Making
PERT Estimation
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