Platform
AI-Powered Root Cause Analysis Facilitation
Transform complex problems into breakthrough solutions with structured methodology and AI assistance.
The Taktikoi Platform brings the power of Theory of Constraints thinking processes to every facilitation session. Voice-powered transcription, AI-generated questions, and visual thinking tools help facilitators guide clients from problem discovery to sustainable solutions.
13
Step Transformation Framework
Complete methodology from problem discovery to implemented solution
5
Thinking Process Tools
CRT, Evaporating Cloud, FRT, PRT, and Transition Tree
100%
AI-Assisted Sessions
Every session enhanced with intelligent question generation
85%
Resolution Rate
Clients report sustainable breakthroughs from structured analysis
Why Problems Persist
Most organizations treat symptoms instead of root causes. Here's why traditional approaches fail.
Symptom Treatment
Problems appear in many places simultaneously. Organizations address each symptom separately, never recognizing they share a common root cause. Resources scatter across multiple initiatives while the core problem remains untouched.
False Trade-offs
Organizations accept 'either/or' thinking: either quality or speed, either cost or service. These apparent trade-offs often rest on assumptions that, once challenged, reveal breakthrough alternatives that accomplish both.
Solution Degradation
Improvements are implemented without understanding the system dynamics that created the problem. Without addressing root causes and designing for sustainability, solutions gradually erode until the original problem returns.
The 13-Step Transformation Framework
A complete methodology from problem identification to sustainable implementation
Phase 1: Discovery
Define the Undesirable Effects
Identify the symptoms that indicate something is wrong. What results are you seeing that you don't want?
Build the Current Reality Tree
Map the cause-and-effect relationships that produce these undesirable effects. Find the common root cause.
Identify the Core Conflict
Discover the underlying dilemma that perpetuates the problem. Why hasn't this been solved already?
Phase 2: Design
Challenge Assumptions
Question every assumption underlying the conflict. Which beliefs are actually facts? Which are merely assumptions?
Create the Evaporating Cloud
Structure the conflict visually. Identify the opposing needs and the common objective they both serve.
Develop the Injection
Design the breakthrough solution that invalidates key assumptions and dissolves the conflict entirely.
Build the Future Reality Tree
Project how the solution will cascade through the system, converting undesirable effects to desirable effects.
Phase 3: Delivery
Identify Negative Branches
Anticipate what could go wrong with the solution. What new problems might it create?
Trim Negative Branches
Design modifications to prevent or mitigate potential negative consequences before implementation.
Build the Prerequisite Tree
Identify all obstacles to implementation and the intermediate objectives needed to overcome each.
Create the Transition Tree
Develop the detailed action plan: what specific actions, in what sequence, will produce the desired change?
Implement & Monitor
Execute the plan with clear metrics and feedback loops. Track progress against expected outcomes.
Sustain & Elevate
Ensure the solution becomes part of the system's DNA. Identify the next constraint and repeat the process.
Platform Features
Everything you need to facilitate breakthrough problem-solving sessions
Voice-Powered Session Transcription
Speak naturally during facilitation sessions. The Taktikoi Platform captures every word, transcribes automatically, and identifies key insights, undesirable effects, and causal relationships without breaking the flow of conversation.
AI Question Generation
Based on established TOC methodologies like the 5 Whys and Five Focusing Steps, the platform generates probing questions that dig deeper into root causes. AI never leads sessions, but it ensures no stone goes unturned.
Visual Thinking Tools
Build Current Reality Trees (CRT), Evaporating Clouds, and other TOC diagrams directly in the platform. Visualize cause-and-effect relationships, identify core conflicts, and map the path from current state to desired future.
Real-Time Client Collaboration
Share sessions with clients in real-time. They see diagrams building, can add comments, and participate actively in the discovery process. Full audit trail maintains session history.
13-Step Transformation Framework
Our comprehensive framework guides facilitators from initial problem identification through solution design and implementation planning. Each step builds on the previous, ensuring thorough analysis and sustainable solutions.
The Thinking Process Tools
Five powerful visual tools for structured problem analysis and solution design
Current Reality Tree (CRT)
A logical structure that maps cause-and-effect relationships to identify the root cause of multiple undesirable effects. The CRT reveals how a single core problem creates a cascade of symptoms throughout the organization.
When to use: When you're seeing multiple problems and suspect they're connected. The CRT reveals the common cause hiding behind disparate symptoms.
Evaporating Cloud
A diagram that exposes the assumptions underlying any conflict or dilemma. By surfacing hidden assumptions, the cloud 'evaporates' – the conflict dissolves rather than requiring compromise.
When to use: When facing an 'impossible' situation where two valid needs appear to require opposite actions. The Cloud finds the third option.
Future Reality Tree (FRT)
A projection of how proposed changes will ripple through the system. The FRT tests whether a solution will actually produce the desired effects and reveals unintended consequences before implementation.
When to use: Before implementing any significant change. The FRT ensures the solution will work and identifies potential problems while they're still easy to address.
Prerequisite Tree (PRT)
A structure that identifies every obstacle standing between current state and desired outcome, then determines what intermediate objectives must be achieved to overcome each obstacle.
When to use: When the path to implementation isn't clear. The PRT breaks seemingly insurmountable challenges into manageable stepping stones.
Transition Tree (TT)
The detailed implementation plan that specifies exactly what actions to take, in what sequence, with what expected results. The TT converts strategy into step-by-step execution.
When to use: When you know what needs to happen but need a clear, accountable action plan that everyone can follow.
Breakthrough Results Across Industries
How organizations use Taktikoi to solve their most persistent challenges
Persistent quality issues that multiple initiatives had failed to solve
Approach: CRT analysis revealed quality problems traced back to a scheduling policy designed to maximize machine utilization, which created pressure that led to shortcuts
Revised scheduling freed 20% capacity while reducing defects by 60%
Partner burnout and associate turnover threatening firm sustainability
Approach: Evaporating Cloud exposed assumption that billable hour targets were necessary for profitability. Alternative pricing models invalidated the assumption
Moved to value-based pricing; associate retention improved 40%, partner satisfaction increased significantly
Patient wait times creating complaints and staff frustration
Approach: Five Focusing Steps identified patient intake as the constraint. Process redesign subordinated other activities to intake flow
Average wait time dropped 55% without adding staff
Product development delays causing missed market windows
Approach: CRT revealed root cause in the handoff between design and development. Neither group 'owned' the transition, so problems accumulated
Cross-functional transition protocol reduced time-to-market 35%
Traditional vs. TOC Approach
Why Theory of Constraints produces different results
| Aspect | Traditional Approach | Taktikoi + TOC |
|---|---|---|
| Problem Definition | Start with symptoms, often treated individually | Map cause-effect relationships to find root cause |
| Conflict Handling | Compromise between opposing positions | Challenge assumptions to dissolve conflict |
| Solution Testing | Implement and hope, fix problems as they emerge | Build Future Reality Tree to test before implementation |
| Implementation | Generic project plan, often incomplete | Transition Tree with specific actions and expected outcomes |
| Sustainability | Solutions often degrade over time | Elevate constraint, repeat process continuously |
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Choose the plan that fits your practice
Practitioner
Individual consultants and internal facilitators
- Unlimited sessions
- All 5 Thinking Tools
- Voice transcription
- AI question generation
- Client sharing
- Export to PDF/PNG
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Team
Consulting firms and internal improvement teams
- Everything in Practitioner
- 5 facilitator seats
- Session templates
- Team workspace
- Analytics dashboard
- Priority support
Enterprise
Large organizations with custom requirements
- Everything in Team
- Unlimited seats
- SSO integration
- Custom branding
- API access
- Dedicated success manager
- SLA guarantees
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Taktikoi Platform
What is Theory of Constraints?
Theory of Constraints (TOC) is a management philosophy developed by Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt that views any manageable system as being limited by a very small number of constraints. TOC provides a methodology for identifying the constraint and restructuring the organization around it. The Thinking Processes are the logical tools within TOC used for problem-solving and continuous improvement.
How is Taktikoi different from other problem-solving methodologies?
Most methodologies focus on incremental improvement of existing processes. TOC and the Taktikoi Platform focus on identifying and resolving the core constraints that limit system performance. Rather than making many small improvements, we target the one change that will have the biggest impact. The AI assistance ensures thoroughness without replacing human judgment.
Do I need TOC expertise to use the platform?
The platform is designed for facilitators with varying levels of TOC experience. For those new to the methodology, guided workflows and AI question generation help maintain rigor. For experienced practitioners, the platform accelerates their existing practice with visual tools and session capture. Training resources and certification programs are available for those wanting deeper expertise.
How does AI assist without leading the session?
The AI observes session transcripts and context, then suggests follow-up questions based on TOC methodology. It might ask 'Have we considered why this assumption must be true?' or 'What would happen if we challenged this constraint?' But all decisions about which questions to pursue rest with the facilitator. The AI ensures nothing is overlooked while the human guides the conversation.
What types of problems is this best suited for?
Taktikoi excels with chronic problems that persist despite multiple improvement attempts, situations where competing priorities create organizational conflict, strategic decisions where the 'right' answer isn't clear, and operational challenges that seem to require trade-offs. It's less suited for purely technical problems with obvious solutions or emergencies requiring immediate action.
Can clients participate in sessions?
Yes. The platform supports real-time collaboration where clients can observe sessions, see diagrams as they're built, add comments, and contribute to discussions. Many facilitators find that client participation accelerates buy-in and improves solution quality, since clients bring domain expertise that enriches the analysis.
Ready to Solve Your Most Persistent Problems?
The Taktikoi Platform gives you the tools to identify root causes, challenge assumptions, design breakthrough solutions, and implement sustainable change. Start transforming how you approach problem-solving today.