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| Criterion |  Business Strategy TOWS Matrix |  Systems Thinking VUCA Scan |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | The TOWS Matrix connects internal strengths and weaknesses with external opportunities and threats into action-oriented strategies. It goes a step further than a pure stocktaking. | The VUCA Scan helps read difficult situations more precisely. Instead of treating unclarity as generally complicated, the method separates fast change, missing knowledge, systemic entanglement, and ambiguous interpretation. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | 30-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 1-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | TOWS Matrix, Strategic Options, Priority Actions | VUCA Map, Response Options, Signal and Learning Plan |
Tags1 shared | StrategyAnalysisOptions | SensemakingUncertaintyComplexityStrategyForesight |
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