5 Whys Analysis Template for Root Cause Analysis
by sanjee pravee, from the Community
Use this digital 5 Whys Analysis template to drive consistent root cause investigations. Capture the specific problem, ask five why questions across three legs—defect production, detection failure, and systemic failure—and document solutions. Standardize reports with fields for date, preparer, location, additional suggestions, and leader sign-off. Suitable for quality, operations, sales, and marketing teams seeking a fast, structured approach to problem solving.
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