ISSUE TREE

Description

The issue tree is a tool to get a complete picture of all possibilities. It also helps to provide structure and focus.

When

The issue tree can be used as a brainstorming tool when dissecting a problem in the Analysis phase

Goals

Having all possibilities in view and bringing focus to these possibilities.

 Steps

  1. Define the main topic (or main problem).
  2. Determine which sub-topics (or sub-problems) all fall under this.
  3. Focus on the relevant topics.

 Examples

Figure: Issue Tree

Figure: Example issue Tree

Tips:

Try creating an Issue Tree yourself using the following example:

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