Operations / Framework guide

Fishbone Diagram

Map plausible causes before narrowing to a root cause.

25–40 min

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A simple view of the method

01 / The right moment

When to use it

A recurring problem may have several interacting causes.

Begin with a concrete company question. Use the framework to organize evidence and challenge your reasoning.

02 / Put it to work

01
What precise, observable effect sits at the head of the diagram?
Write your interpretation and attach the source or name the evidence gap.
02
Which causes belong to people, process, tools, inputs, environment, or measurement?
Write your interpretation and attach the source or name the evidence gap.
03
Which branches are supported, contradicted, or still untested?
Write your interpretation and attach the source or name the evidence gap.

03 / The bigger picture

This guide is part of the wider library. The current manual workspace supports the four-step company-analysis route.