Problem Solving

KISS Review Framework

An action-orientated review model to convert past experience into practice.

5 Whys Technique

Get to the root cause of an issue by asking "why" repeatedly.

First Principles

Start from the basics and find a new, more logical way of doing things.

FMEA Methodology

Identify failure modes and prioritize risks.

DEEP Technique

Protect your emotional boundaries.

Research Funnel Model

Understand users with clarity, even when resources are tight.

5 Sos Technique for Problem Solving and Strategic Thinking

Continuously asking “So what might happen next?” to project how one event could trigger another.

5W1H

Gather comprehensive information and provide clarity in various situations.

Brainstorming

A creativity technique designed to generate a large number of ideas.

Zoom-In and Zoom-Out Model

Allows you to handle challenges with clarity, whether you need to see the big picture or focus on the details.

Freud’s Iceberg Theory

Developed from human psychology, it help us understand how the conscious and unconscious mind interacts.

Fishbone Diagram

A simple yet powerful tool that helps you analyze and solve problems in a structured way.

SCAMPER Method

Generate new ideas by systematically remixing existing products, processes, and assumptions.

Outcome Discovery Canvas

Define measurable outcomes and success metrics before you commit to building features.

DIKW Model

Move beyond information overload and make truly wise decisions.

Magic Loop Framework

Capture feedback, act on it, make changes stick, and report back with clarity.

Four-Step Innovation Model

Turn raw ideas into market-ready products through a disciplined, four-stage innovation pipeline.

4Ps Problem-Solving Framework

Discover the real problem before solving it.

POEMS Framework

Gives teams a clear way to observe, classify, and interpret user behavior.

Fishbone Diagram: A Simple Guide Helps You Uncover Root Causes

A simple yet powerful tool that helps you analyze and solve problems in a structured way.

FRAMEWORK CARD

Fishbone Diagram

Goal
Reveal underlying causes by structuring complex problems into analyzable categories.
Best For
Complex cause exploration; Team-based diagnosis; Root cause mapping

A Handy Tool to Uncover Root Causes

Ever feel like solving a problem is like chasing your tail—going in circles without finding the real issue? That’s where the Fishbone Diagram steps in.

Also known as the Ishikawa Diagram, this handy tool helps you cut through the noise, organize your thoughts, and pinpoint the root causes of your challenges.

What is the Fishbone Diagram

The Fishbone Diagram is a visual method for organizing and analyzing the possible causes of a specific problem.

Just imagine what a fish skeleton looks like: the “head” is the problem, and the “bones” are the categories of potential causes. It’s like a map to help you uncover what’s really going on.

At its heart, the Fishbone Diagram is all about categorizing and connecting causes to effects. The beauty lies in its simplicity—you group possible causes into logical categories and work through each one systematically.