BUY WITH CONFIDENCE
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The decision on how to approach and respond to a problem varies depending on the circumstances. Decisions necessitate a tailored approach, which should help avoid making a fatal decision with irreparable consequences.
This PowerPoint presentation provides a detailed overview of the Cynefin Framework, which is a powerful tool to assist in making effective decisions in dynamic contexts. The model does that by analyzing possible elements of a circumstance and the factors that influence individuals' thoughts and judgments in ways that they are unaware of. The Cynefin Framework is often used in conjunction with other models and approaches to provide a more comprehensive understanding of complex systems.
Dave Snowden developed the Cynefin Framework as a tool for managing knowledge in complex environments. Over time, the framework evolved into a broader sense-making model applicable to various domains, including business, leadership, and problem solving.
The Cynefin Framework categorizes situations into 5 contexts or domains (the 5 Cs):
1. Clear – A context where cause and effect and options are obvious to everyone.
2. Complicated – In this domain, problems are still solvable, but they require expertise or analysis to under-stand the cause-and-effect relationships.
3. Complex – Problems, here, have multiple interdependencies, influenced by emergent patterns.
4. Chaotic – The situation is highly unpredictable and unstable, without clear cause-and-effect linkages.
5. Confused – This domain represents a state of ambiguity and uncertainty where it is difficult to determine which of the other domains are at play here.
Within this presentation, we discuss each domain in detail, include breaking down the decision making approach. We also discuss additional considerations when it comes to leveraging the Cynefin Framework, such as functional applications (e.g. Strategy Development, Risk Management, Organizational Learning), benefits, and criticisms.
This PowerPoint presentation on the Cynefin Framework also includes some slide templates for you to use in your own business presentations.
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Source: Best Practices in Decision Making PowerPoint Slides: Cynefin Framework PowerPoint (PPTX) Presentation, LearnPPT Consulting
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