Cause Mapping - Root Cause Analysis

06/12/2026

You probably know Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V. You may even know Ctrl+D.
But Ctrl+Drag is the way to go.

06/10/2026

Accurately and thoroughly explaining why an incident happened doesn’t require particular tools, confusing jargon, or special software…

All you need is a systematic way to step through the incident. Your problem can be complicated, but the explanation shouldn’t be.

The Cause Mapping® workshop in Las Vegas (June 23-25) teaches a structured approach to getting past surface-level conclusions to thoroughly explain what happened.

Three days. Real case studies. Your own incidents. Hands-on practice. No proprietary software. No confusing jargon.

1. Problem
2. Analysis
3. Solutions

The approach is simple. The shift in results is significant.

Register now:

It's Vegas, baby! That's right. We're hosting our first public workshop outside of Houston in 6 years. Will we see you there?

06/09/2026

Did you know there is a faster way to copy and paste than Ctrl+C & Ctrl+V?
'Ctrl + Drag' is one of our top quality-of-life improvements in Excel.

This video features our Cause Mapping Root Cause Analysis Template in Microsoft Excel, which contains a worksheet for each element of a comprehensive problem analysis.

In fact, we use this template to document, investigate and present all of our incident investigations.

Download a Free Copy: https://bit.ly/3RWdGjg

06/08/2026

"Is this workshop right for me?"
That's worth asking before flying to Vegas. Here's the short answer:

If you want a straightforward way to analyze problems, communicate them clearly and identify solutions to reduce risk?
Then yes, this is for you.

If you thoroughly enjoy learning new buzzwords, jumping between multiple methods and managing new software roll-outs... this probably isn’t it.

We answered eight common questions about the Cause Mapping® workshop in Las Vegas (June 23-25) including cost, group discounts and what to expect in the room.

Get your questions answered here:

Join ThinkReliability founder Mark Galley in Las Vegas, June 23-25 for a hands-on Cause Mapping RCA workshop.

06/05/2026

Considering the Cause Mapping® workshop in Las Vegas this month?
Get answers to eight of the most common questions before you register.

Check the link in the comments to discover everything you need to decide if it's right for you, including cost, group discounts and more.

06/04/2026

Check out this week's Cause Mapping® activity to explore how some of the best solutions come from investigating 'small' problems:

06/03/2026

Need your manager's approval to attend this month’s Cause Mapping® workshop in Las Vegas? That conversation can be a lot simpler than you think.

We put together a simple approval request letter that covers what you’ll learn and how you’ll be able to improve your investigations when you return. Customize it, send it to your boss and then start packing.

Registration is $1,995 per person, with a group rate for four or more. The workshop runs June 23-25. Check the comments now for the link to your letter.

06/01/2026

Got a problem that management wants solved now?
Bring a redacted version and let's dig in: https://bit.ly/4ucO2V1

Most investigation teams settle on surface-level explanations like “procedure not followed” and “human error”. Cause Mapping® root cause analysis is built to facilitate successful conversations that go deeper.

You can learn all about this method at our workshop from June 23-25 in Las Vegas. Three days of hands-on instruction using your real examples. No special software, no unnecessary terminology.

05/28/2026

Got incidents?
The best solutions are sitting right in front of you.

Most investigation teams pile on new software and confusing jargon. This obscures vital information. Cause Mapping® root cause analysis strips all of that away, giving you a clear view of your problems and how to prevent them.

If you want to bring this simple and effective approach back to your team, our upcoming root cause analysis training is the right place to look. We have even put together a short, customizable letter to help with your approval request. Edit as needed and send.

Registration is $1,995 per person, with a group rate for four or more. The workshop runs June 23-25 in Las Vegas.

Grab the letter here:

Join ThinkReliability founder Mark Galley in Las Vegas, June 23-25 for a hands-on Cause Mapping RCA workshop.

05/14/2026

Less than 24 hours left to attend the live session with Mark Galley
https://bit.ly/4daTrXf
We hope to see you there

🗓️ May 15, 2026
🕙10:00-10:45 AM CT