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problem-framing

Frame undefined problems into actionable statements with 5 Whys analysis.

4|Updated Feb 20, 2026
Search Tags:#discovery#strategy#root-cause-analysis#design-thinking#stakeholder-alignment#problem-framing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JoelLewis/skill-library --skill problem-framing-joellewis
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: problem-framing
Source: https://github.com/JoelLewis/skill-library/tree/main/plugins/workflow/skills/problem-framing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JoelLewis/skill-library --skill problem-framing-joellewis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Problem framing ensures you define the right problem before investing in solutions, preventing wasted effort and misaligned outcomes by establishing a disciplined discovery gate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Define winning aspiration and scope early to align stakeholders and guide subsequent decisions.
  • Root-Cause Analysis (5 Whys) to move beyond symptoms and uncover fundamental causes.
  • Reframing & Questioning to challenge assumptions and convert problems into actionable design challenges.
  • Stakeholder mapping & approvals to ensure problem framing is validated before solution work.
  • Real-world use-case: at project kickoff when teams disagree on the problem, this skill yields a clear, validated statement and agreed success criteria.

Quick Start

Describe the problem to be solved in user-centered terms before proposing a solution.

Frequently Asked Questions about problem-framing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I frame a problem statement to align stakeholders before solutioning?▼

Use 5 Whys analysis to move beyond symptoms and uncover fundamental causes during problem framing. This root-cause analysis technique challenges assumptions and converts undefined issues into actionable design challenges for your team.

What is the best way to define winning aspiration and scope at project kickoff?▼

The best way to define winning aspiration and scope is by applying problem framing at the start of new strategy work. This establishes a defined Winning Aspiration early to align stakeholders and guide subsequent decisions before solutioning begins.

When do I need problem framing in my product discovery process?▼

You need problem framing in product discovery when teams disagree on the problem at project kickoff. It ensures problem framing is validated through stakeholder mapping and approvals before moving forward with solution development.

Can I use design thinking to reframe undefined problems into actionable challenges?▼

Yes, you can use design thinking to apply reframing and questioning techniques that challenge assumptions. This converts undefined problems into actionable design challenges, supported by a defined Problem Statement and required cross-skill checks for governance.

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