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| Criterion |  Product Discovery Working Backwards |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Decision Making DACI |  Operations RACI Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When the target state and benefit need to be clear first, it thinks backward from the desired outcome into the product logic. It sharpens vision, objections, and value proposition before elaboration. | 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. | In cross-functional decisions, responsibilities quickly blur between approval, influence, and execution. DACI arranges these roles so decision pressure, contribution, and information stay cleanly separated. | With unclear responsibilities across several roles or areas, the method creates unambiguous accountability logic. It reduces friction because decision, execution, contribution, and information become separately visible. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 4-8 h, mehrere Iterationen | 10-20 min daily | 30-60 min | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-6 | 1 | 2-10 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Future Press Release, FAQ, Vision Statement | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | DACI Matrix, Decision Owner, Decision Log | RACI Matrix, Responsibility Map, Decision Notes |
Tagsno overlap | VisionNarrativeAlignment | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | DecisionRolesGovernanceAlignment | RolesResponsibilityGovernanceOperations |