Why-Why Analysis Template

In this task, you need to identify the main issue or problem that needs to be addressed. Think about any challenges or difficulties that are affecting the process or outcome. What is the key problem that needs to be solved?

Describe the problem in a measurable way so that it can be clearly defined and understood. How would you quantify or measure the problem?

Explain the impact of the problem on the overall process or outcome. How does the problem affect the desired results?

Determine the time frame in which the issue or problem occurred. When did the problem start or become noticeable?

Specify the location of where the problem occurred. Where did the problem take place?

Identify and define the individuals or groups who are involved or affected by the problem. Who is impacted by the problem?

Identify the specific process or processes that are involved in the problem. Which processes are affected by the problem?

Ask the first 'why?' question to start the analysis process. Why did the problem occur?

Determine the cause of the issue identified in the previous task and validate it. What is the cause of the problem? Is it accurate?

Ask the second 'why?' question to dig deeper into the root cause. Why did the identified cause occur?

Determine and verify the root cause of the primary cause identified in the previous task. What is the root cause of the primary cause?

Ask the third 'why?' question to further analyze the underlying factors. Why did the root cause occur?

Identify any secondary causes and validate them. What are the secondary causes of the problem?

Ask the fourth 'why?' question to investigate the deeper reasons behind the secondary cause. Why did the secondary cause occur?

Trace back to the root cause from the identified secondary cause and validate it. What is the root cause when considering all the factors?

If needed, ask the fifth 'why?' question to explore any additional underlying causes. Why did the root cause occur in the larger context?

Confirm and validate the ultimate cause if identified in the previous tasks. Is the ultimate cause accurately determined and validated?

Document the findings and conclusions from the analysis process. What are the key findings and conclusions?

Determine and implement suitable corrective measures to address the identified problem. What are the recommended actions to take?

Monitor the outcome of the implemented measures to evaluate their effectiveness. How will you monitor the outcome of the measures?