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| Criterion |  Operations Waste Analysis |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Operations A3 Problem Solving |  Domain Modeling Domain Context Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | For a process that keeps people busy but creates little value, the method exposes waste. It directs attention to unnecessary movement, waiting times, rework, and overdelivery. | When several contexts need to talk to each other, it makes their relationships and dependencies legible. It helps sort integration pressure and responsibilities across system boundaries. | 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 a domain model and its associated contexts need to be thought through together, it creates a shared overview. It connects the business view and organizational boundary into a readable whole. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 45-120 min | 1-3 h | 45-90 min | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 2-8 | 2-5 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Waste Map, Prioritized Waste, Improvement Backlog | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | A3 Report, Action Plan, Root Cause Analysis | Domain Context Map, Boundary Notes, Ownership Map |
Tagsno overlap | WasteLeanProcess improvement | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | LeanProblem solvingCoachingOperations | Domain-Driven DesignContextBoundaries |