CATWOE

CATWOE is a tool used to analyze and understand complex problems or systems by considering different perspectives. It stands for Customers (those affected), Actors (those involved), Transformation process (the core change happening), Weltanschauung or Worldview (the core belief shaping the system), Owner (who controls or can change the system), and Environmental constraints (external factors influencing the system). By examining these elements, you gain a comprehensive view of the problem, helping to identify solutions that address the needs and constraints of all stakeholders involved.