cynefin

Classify problems into Cynefin domains and recommend management responses.

35|13|Updated Dec 12, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wildwasser/opencode-agents --skill cynefin
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Skill: cynefin
Source: https://github.com/wildwasser/opencode-agents/tree/main/.opencode/skills/cynefin
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wildwasser/opencode-agents --skill cynefin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Cynefin helps teams classify problems by domain to determine the most effective decision and action approach, improving alignment and reducing over-analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Domain-based decision patterns for Simple, Complicated, Complex, Chaotic, and Confused problems.
  • Guidance on when to probe, sense, respond, or act, including safe-to-fail experiments.
  • Use cases across product development, operations, and strategy to stabilize, learn, and adapt.

Quick Start

Immediately assess your situation, determine its Cynefin domain, and apply the matching response.

Frequently Asked Questions about cynefin

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I classify problems using the Cynefin framework to determine the right management response?

Classifying problems with the Cynefin framework assigns situations to Simple, Complicated, Complex, Chaotic, or Confused domains to determine the appropriate management response and action approach.

What is the difference between simple, complicated, and complex decision-making domains?

Complex domain decision-making requires probing and sensing before responding, while complicated domains involve analyzing and responding, and simple domains rely on categorizing and responding to known patterns.

When should I use safe-to-fail experiments for crisis management or product strategy?

Safe-to-fail experiments are used in complex or chaotic domains during crisis management, operations, or product strategy to stabilize the environment, learn from probing, and adapt responses effectively.

Can I apply the sense and respond approach to operations and product development scenarios?

Yes, the sense and respond approach applies directly to operations and product development scenarios, helping teams assess the situation, determine its Cynefin domain, and apply the matching response to learn and adapt.

Does Cynefin domain assessment work for stabilizing chaotic situations without over-analysis?

Cynefin domain assessment helps stabilize chaotic situations by directing teams to act first to establish order, reducing over-analysis and improving alignment by matching the response to the specific domain.