This PPT slide, part of the 25-slide Issue-Based Work Planning and Hypothesis Problem Solving PowerPoint presentation, presents a comparative analysis of poor and best practices in issue analysis, emphasizing the importance of a structured approach to problem-solving. On the left side, the "Poor Practice" column outlines several detrimental behaviors. It highlights the tendency to accept issues as defined by higher-ups without critical evaluation. This can lead to a lack of consistency across projects, as the problem-solving approach is overly reliant on individual experiences. Starting analysis before clearly defining the problem is another pitfall, which can result in misguided efforts and wasted resources. Additionally, relying solely on available data to dictate the problem-solving approach can limit the scope of analysis and lead to suboptimal outcomes.
Conversely, the "Best Practice" column advocates for a more logical and independent view of issue definition. It stresses the need for a structured approach that remains consistent across various projects. This consistency is crucial for effective problem-solving. The slide also emphasizes the importance of conducting issue analysis upfront to clarify analytical tasks and deliverables. Identifying necessary data early in the process ensures that the analysis is both relevant and comprehensive.
Overall, the slide serves as a guide for executives and teams looking to enhance their problem-solving methodologies. By adopting best practices, organizations can improve their analytical rigor and ultimately drive better decision-making. The contrast between poor and best practices provides clear takeaways for those considering the implementation of structured issue analysis in their operations.
This slide is part of the Issue-Based Work Planning and Hypothesis Problem Solving PowerPoint presentation.
EXPLORE MORE SLIDES FROM THIS PRESENTATION
EXPLORE MORE PRESENTATIONS ON
Problem Solving Consulting Frameworks Work Planning Hypothesis Generation Best Practices
Find documents of the same caliber as those used by top-tier consulting firms, like McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, Accenture.
Our PowerPoint presentations, Excel workbooks, and Word documents are completely customizable, including rebrandable.
Save yourself and your employees countless hours. Use that time to work on more value-added and fulfilling activities.
![]() |
Receive our FREE whitepaper on the Top 101 Consulting Frameworks
Download our 200+ page guide summarizing the Top 101 Management Consulting Frameworks. Each framework provides a structured approach to analyzing and solving a common business problem. |