Free Tool for Cause-Effect Chain Analysis (CECA)

Cause-Effect Chain Analysis (CECA) is an important tool for TRIZ Level 1. On our website, you’ll find a free tool based on the VDI 4521 standard that helps you create a decision tree, with optional AI assistance.

You can use the tool online.

Or you can download it as an HTML file to use it securely offline, for example, in a corporate setting.

You’ll find even more tips on using the tool here on the TRIZ MasteryHub.