premortem

Simulate a post-mortem analysis to identify and rank project risks.

2|Updated May 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lozit/groundrules --skill premortem-lozit
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Skill: premortem
Source: https://github.com/lozit/groundrules/tree/main/skills/premortem
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lozit/groundrules --skill premortem-lozit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps in identifying potential risks and issues before they cause significant problems by simulating a post-mortem analysis of the project at an early stage.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Premortem Analysis: Assesses the project's potential risks by assuming it has already failed.
  • Cause Analysis: Enumerates all possible causes of failure and ranks them by probability and impact.
  • Early Signals: Identifies early indicators that could have prevented the failure.
  • Use Case: Before finalizing a project plan, use this Skill to uncover potential pitfalls and adjust your strategy accordingly.

Quick Start

Use the premortem skill to analyze the risks associated with your upcoming project plan 'project-plan.md'.

Frequently Asked Questions about premortem

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

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What is a premortem analysis in project management?

A premortem analysis is a risk management technique that simulates a project post-mortem before execution begins, assuming failure has already occurred to identify potential risks and mitigate them early.

How do I conduct a risk analysis before finalizing a project plan?

You conduct risk analysis by assuming the project plan has failed, enumerating all possible causes of failure, ranking them by probability and impact, and identifying early signals to prevent those failure points.

When should I use failure anticipation techniques during strategy development?

Use failure anticipation techniques during strategy development right before finalizing a project plan, allowing you to uncover potential pitfalls and adjust your strategy to mitigate identified failure points.

Can I use a premortem framework for any scale of project planning?

Yes, the premortem framework applies broadly to project planning and strategy development at any scale, utilizing a structured approach to anticipate failure points and adjust your strategy accordingly.

What is the difference between a premortem and a standard risk analysis?

Unlike standard risk analysis that lists potential issues, a premortem works backward from assumed project failure to systematically enumerate causes, rank probability and impact, and identify early warning signals.