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Criterion
Paper illustration for Weekly Review.
Operations
Weekly Review
Paper illustration of DIBB with its method-specific working model.
Product Strategy
DIBB
Paper illustration for ALPEN Method
Operations
ALPEN Method
Purposedifferent
In a week with many open loops, the method creates distance from operational noise. It organizes commitments, calendar, and projects so the next week becomes workable.DIBB helps clarify target groups, value, goals, and priorities by making the logic behind a decision explicit. It captures results as a DIBB document, belief list, bet list, and learning report.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.
Complexitysame
LowLowLow
Timedifferent
30-60 min1-2 h10-20 min daily
Participantsdifferent
12-81
Formatdifferent
AsyncWorkshop + asyncAsync
Outputdifferent
Updated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next ActionsDIBB document, Belief list, Bet list, Learning reportDaily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes
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ProductivityExecutionPlanning
StrategyDecisionAssumptionsHypothesis
PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations
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Getting Things Done
A paper tomato timer connects a focus task, short breaks and a work record.
Operations
Pomodoro Technique
Paper illustration of an assumption matrix with prioritized test cards
Decision Making
Assumption Surfacing
Paper scorecard with four perspectives, connected objective cards and columns for measures, targets and initiatives.
Business Strategy
Balanced Scorecard