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Paper illustration of Value Chain Analysis with its method-specific working model.
Business Strategy
Value Chain Analysis
A paper tomato timer connects a focus task, short breaks and a work record.
Operations
Pomodoro Technique
Paper illustration of VRIO Framework with its method-specific working model.
Business Strategy
VRIO Framework
Paper illustration for ALPEN Method
Operations
ALPEN Method
Purposedifferent
Value Chain Analysis shows where value is created, costs accrue, and differentiation becomes possible along the process. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a value-chain map and lever list.For easily distracted solo work, the method sets clear time boundaries for concentrated work. It protects attention when large tasks would otherwise fall apart into small avoidance moves.The VRIO Framework rates resources and capabilities on whether they are Valuable, Rare, Inimitable, and Organized. It compares strengths, risks, market logic, and courses of action. The result is captured as a VRIO table and strategic actions.With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time.
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Half day25 min Zyklen90-180 min10-20 min daily
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Value Chain Map, Lever ListFocus Sessions, Task Progress, Interruption NotesVRIO Table, Strategic ActionsDaily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes
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StrategyBusiness modelDiagnosisAnalysis
FocusTime managementProductivityExecution
StrategyDiagnosisBusiness modelCapability
PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations
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