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Mece Breakdown

Divide a complex topic into mutually exclusive, collectively exhaustive categories

Category
Consulting Framework
Structure
The Whole -> Category A (distinct) -> Category B (distinct) -> Category C (distinct) -> Complete Coverage
Best for
Problem structuring, ensuring completeness, strategic analysis
Source
Barbara Minto / McKinsey
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Definition What is it?

Divide a complex topic into mutually exclusive, collectively exhaustive categories

Structure How is it structured?

The Whole -> Category A (distinct) -> Category B (distinct) -> Category C (distinct) -> Complete Coverage

Best fit When does it fit best?

Problem structuring, ensuring completeness, strategic analysis

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