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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking VUCA Scan |  Systems Thinking Leverage Points |  Decision Making Force Field Analysis |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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. | Leverage Points show exactly where interventions in a system produce a disproportionate effect. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a leverage map and action strategy. | In change initiatives, supporting and restraining forces sit at the table at the same time. Force Field Analysis makes these tensions explicit and shows where change can be pushed forward by strengthening or relieving. | Soft Systems Methodology helps explore unclear or politically charged problems systematically. Instead of forcing a quick answer, the method builds a shared understanding of perspectives and room for action. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | High | Low | High |
Timedifferent | 30-90 min | Half day | 45-90 min | 0.5-3 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 1-10 | 3-12 | 3-12 | 5-15 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | VUCA Map, Response Options, Signal and Learning Plan | Leverage Map, Action Strategy | Force Field Map, Change Levers, Risk Notes | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda |
Tagsno overlap | SensemakingUncertaintyComplexityStrategyForesight | Systems thinkingChangeStrategy | ChangeDecisionStrategy | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking |