With the foundation prepared, identify needs and issues that your process may address. Purpose Needs are the bottom line, the root of the value base .
Opportunities are simply ways to meet needs.
Identifying the needs is an essential step in decision analysis . Clearly articulated needs help frame the range of potential solutions and measure the conditions and impacts of no action . Needs also help determine the appropriateness of everyone's involvement. Rather than tilting at windmills, uncover the underlying needs for a more accurate and realistic target. How Review the definition of the problem in your action plan .