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| Criterion |  Decision Making Three-Point Estimation |  Operations RACI Matrix |  Decision Making PERT Estimation |  Decision Making DACI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 unclear responsibilities across several roles or areas, the method creates unambiguous accountability logic. It reduces friction because decision, execution, contribution, and information become separately visible. | On complex initiatives, a plain average tends to understate just how uncertain the outcome really is. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a PERT Estimate, Expected Value, and Risk Notes. | In cross-functional decisions, responsibilities quickly blur between approval, influence, and execution. DACI arranges these roles so decision pressure, contribution, and information stay cleanly separated. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 10-30 min je Item | 45-90 min | 15-45 min | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-8 | 2-8 | 1-8 | 2-10 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Three-Point Estimate, Risk Range, Assumption Notes | RACI Matrix, Responsibility Map, Decision Notes | PERT Estimate, Expected Value, Risk Notes | DACI Matrix, Decision Owner, Decision Log |
Tagsno overlap | EstimationUncertaintyForecasting | RolesResponsibilityGovernanceOperations | EstimationUncertaintyRisk | DecisionRolesGovernanceAlignment |