Lazy Sunday..

..is always good for a nice, slow read and today was not an exception. While sipping a cup of coffee I have read an article by Glen Alleman - Root Cause Analysis and had an idea to create ChatGPT bot to provide guidance on finding RCA.

Here I present you SHAO-2. Please let me know about your success or any issues - would be interesting to see if that helps.

There is also a good article on DEV as well: The Importance of Root Cause Analysis.

Bonus:

..not totally unrelated to the topic a method and project management (non existing) software ideas, generated by SHAO-2:

Minimizing Project Failure Risk with ProjectVista

1. Visualize Workflows with Kanban

• Dynamic Kanban Boards: Automatically adjust to project phases, highlighting dependencies and bottlenecks.
• Smart WIP Limits: AI-driven recommendations ensure optimal productivity without overburdening the team.

2. Embrace Systems Thinking

• Systemic Interdependency Mapping: Offers a holistic view of project tasks and their interdependencies.
• Proactive Feedback Loops: Automated loops collect and analyze feedback for ongoing project adjustments.

3. Continuous Improvement

• Automated Retrospectives: AI-powered analysis identifies patterns, suggesting actionable improvements.
• Evolutionary Workflow Design: Continuously optimizes workflows based on project data and performance insights.

4. Prioritize and Focus

• AI-Prioritization Assistant: Prioritizes tasks based on strategic importance and urgency.
• Focus Mode: Limits distractions for team members working on critical tasks, enhancing productivity.

5. Monitor and Manage Flow

• Real-time Flow Analytics: Identifies potential delays before they occur, suggesting real-time adjustments.
• Systemic Issue Detection: Identifies recurring issues indicating systemic problems for strategic interventions.

6. Stakeholder Engagement

• Integrated Stakeholder Portals: Dedicated portals for stakeholders to view progress and provide feedback.
• Customizable Communication Channels: Tailors communication channels to stakeholder preferences.

7. Document and Share Knowledge

• Collaborative Knowledge Base: Captures lessons learned, best practices, and decision rationales.

Commandments for Utilizing ProjectVista

1. Visualize and Adapt: Maintain a clear view of your project landscape with dynamic Kanban boards.
2. Think Systemically: Understand project complexities through systemic interdependency mapping.
3. Iterate and Improve: Leverage AI-driven insights for continuous improvement.
4. Prioritize Wisely: Focus on high-value and impact tasks with AI assistance.
5. Enhance Flow Management: Maintain steady project flow with real-time analytics.
6. Engage Stakeholders: Keep stakeholders involved and informed with integrated portals.
7. Cultivate Knowledge: Share insights and elevate team expertise through a knowledge base.

By leveraging ProjectVista's advanced features, projects can significantly reduce risks and ensure success.

Enjoy!