CASE ANALYSIS



HOW TO ANALYZE A CASE: Consider the following:



1. Analysis and Goal Identification

 

            A) Analyze and list the positive and negative elements that you see in the case.

 

B) Separate the negative elements into root causes and symptomatic issues. What is causing the “problems” that you see? Are these real problems, or are they symptoms of something deeper? Explain your reasoning.

  

C) Identify the problems (and symptoms) that must be treated NOW, and explain why you cannot ignore them or put them off.

 

D) Explain why the other issues and problems revealed in part (1B) will not be addressed.


            E) Clearly identify the criteria you will use to judge the worthiness of each proposed solution.


2. Alternatives

 

A) Propose several feasible alternatives (at least two or more) for resolving each problem identified in (1C). Be very specific about what each alternative entails.

 

B) Identify the weaknessess and dangers (both real and potential) associated with each alternative.


            C) Apply the decision criteria to all the alternatives in (2A) and complete the decision grid.


3. Recommendations and Implementation

 

A) Make recommendations for each problem identified in (1C); by selecting from the choices discussed in (2A).

 

B) Justify (defend) each of your recommendations (refer to the criteria used and the decision grid), and explain why the other alternatives were not chosen.

 

C) Identify possible obstacles to implementing your recommendations, and explain what can be done to avoid or minimize these concerns.

 

D) How should we proceed? Clearly outline the steps you think we need to take to implement your recommendations.