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Criterion
Paper illustration for Weekly Review.
Operations
Weekly Review
Paper illustration for TOWS Matrix.
Business Strategy
TOWS Matrix
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.The TOWS Matrix connects internal strengths and weaknesses with external opportunities and threats into action-oriented strategies. It goes a step further than a pure stocktaking.
Complexitydifferent
LowMedium
Timedifferent
30-60 min1-2 h
Participantsdifferent
13-10
Formatdifferent
AsyncWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Updated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next ActionsTOWS Matrix, Strategic Options, Priority Actions
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ProductivityExecutionPlanning
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ALPEN Method
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