Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Lean, quality improvement & root cause · Core

Five Whys

Also called: 5 Whys

ELI5

Repeatedly asking why to explore a chain of causes.

Used in conversation

“Show where five Whys happens in the operating model and who receives the handoff.”

Pitch context

You will see “Five Whys” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches lean, quality improvement & root cause.

Why it matters: In lean, quality improvement & root cause, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

Sources & evidence · 3

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