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OPS.2:3 - Forces

ForceTension
Familiar methodsTeams can act quickly with a known project or process Method, while familiarity can hide the wrong question.
Several truthsUnlike views can all be useful, while their subjects and state claims may conflict.
Runtime discretionSome Work can be planned, while new facts require case-responsive continuation.
Aggregate coordinationIndividual cases need attention, while shared queues and resources require a population view.
Control languageFeedback and rate distinctions can change coordination, while a loop diagram can overclaim stability, safety, or authority.
AffordabilityA full multi-model account is expensive, while one view may omit the next decision.