Use this 5 whys template to resolve the root cause of a problem so that your business teams can avoid encountering them again. Begin by clearly stating the problem and answer why the problem occurred until the root cause is discovered. To complete the 5 whys template, provide a solution to the root cause of the problem and create actions.
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Title Page
Project Name
Team Manager
Location
Conducted on
5 Whys
Define the problem.
To answer why this problem occured, tap add WHY.
WHY
Why did this problem occur?
Is this the root cause of the problem?
Provide a solution to this problem.
Tap ADD WHY.
Completion
Additional Suggestions
Full Name and Signature of Team Manager
To list all the 5 whys participants, tap ADD TEAM MEMBER.
TEAM MEMBER
Full Name and Signature of Team Member
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5 Whys Template
Use this 5 whys template to resolve the root cause of a problem so that your business teams can avoid encountering them again. Begin by clearly stating the problem and answer why the problem occurred until the root cause is discovered. To complete the 5 whys template, provide a solution to the root cause of the problem and create actions.
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