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Criterion
Paper illustration of a branching category tree with a highlighted search path and possible dead ends.
UX Research
Tree Testing
Paper illustration of an eight-panel idea sheet with varied sketches beside a timer set to eight minutes.
Innovation
Crazy 8s
Paper matrix with seven SCAMPER rows, operator prompts and variations for a course portal.
Innovation
SCAMPER
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.With only a few minutes available and a still-fuzzy solution search, the method forces a wide range of variants. It produces fast sketches before the first idea can settle in, making different directions directly comparable and open to further development.For an existing solution under pressure to change, the method deliberately opens space for systematic variants. It directs attention to rebuilding, combining, and repurposing rather than only new basic ideas. This produces concrete evolution paths for products, offerings, or workflows.
Complexitydifferent
MediumLowLow
Timedifferent
1-2 Tage8-15 min30-60 min
Participantsdifferent
Based on research question1-102-10
Formatdifferent
AsyncWorkshopWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Findability Metrics, Path Analysis, Revised IASketch Set, Idea Shortlist, Direction OptionsSCAMPER Idea List, Concept Shortlist, Variation Notes
Tagsno overlap
Information architectureNavigationFindability
BrainstormingSketchingSpeedDivergenceDesign sprint
BrainstormingIdeationCreativityReframingInnovation
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Innovation
Brainstorming
Paper illustration of the Lotus Blossom working structure.
Innovation
Lotus Blossom
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Innovation
Rapid Ideation
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Innovation
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