Paralysis by Analysis - Explained
What is Paralysis by Analysis?
Written by J. Mance Gordon
Updated at April 22nd, 2024
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What is Paralysis by Analysis?
Paralysis by Analysis is a phrase describing a situation where no decision is or can be made due to devoting disproportionate effort to the analysis phase of a decision. Managers then become unable to create value and manage.
Typical reasons for this situation to occur include:
- Complexity of the decision
- Excessive or Poor information
- Over focus on planning
- Excessive focus on planning.
- Preoccupation or worry
- Micromanaging
- Rigidity and bureaucracy in the decision-making process.