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Paper illustration of a branching category tree with a highlighted search path and possible dead ends.
UX Research
Tree Testing
A3 Problem-Solving workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Operations
A3 Problem Solving
Gemba Walk workspace showing the question, observations, and next decision.
Operations
Gemba Walk
Purposedifferent
When a navigation exists but search paths still fail, tree testing checks findability without visual distraction. The method shows whether labels, levels, and paths really lead to the intended destination.For a complex deviation with several people involved, the method bundles problem, analysis, and decision onto one page. It creates a shared working space where causes, countermeasures, and follow-up fit together.When there is uncertainty about the real course of a process, the method brings observation to the place where work happens. It combines perception, follow-up questions, and process knowledge so decisions rest on actual workflows instead of assumptions.
Complexitydifferent
MediumMediumLow
Timedifferent
1-2 Tage45-90 min30-120 min
Participantsdifferent
Based on research question2-52-6
Formatdifferent
AsyncWorkshop + asyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Findability Metrics, Path Analysis, Revised IAA3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause AnalysisObservation Notes, Improvement Ideas
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Information architectureNavigationFindability
LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations
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UX Research
First-click Testing
Paper illustration for Kaizen Event.
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