In this first step, you will prepare to respond to your boss’s request for an analysis of a problem in your organization. You realize that this will require careful thinking. So, you take some time to review the process and to engage in . When you have completed the critical thinking exercises, you will move on to the next step: identifying the problem. Now that you’re prepared to think critically, it’s time to analyze the situation. Remember the direction from your CEO is to and advise on the two lawsuits. Suggested area to focus on is to determine if a conflict of interest would exist in handling the two cases that might be related, and advise how to proceed. Outline the points that you want to make in the first two sections of your paper (introduction, explanation) and draft those sections. Next, it’s time to analyze the information. Now that you have some understanding of the nature of the breach and the parties involved, it’s time to gather and analyze information. The resources will further aid your analysis and development of the third section of your paper. Outline the points that you want to make in of your paper, and draft that section. In the following step, you will consider other viewpoints, conclusions, and solutions. Once you have completed your analysis of t
he incident, the next step is to analyze alternative viewpoints, conclusions, and solutions. To do this you will need to apply . Also highly recommended, Randolph Pherson’s ” ,” a paper written for intelligence analysts, but applicable to all analytical thinking and reasoning. Outline the points that you want to make in of your paper, and draft that section. When you are finished, move to the next step, which involves developing conclusions. You considered alternative viewpoints in the last step. Now you’re ready to develop your personal conclusions and suggest remedies so that your boss is well-equipped to brief her leadership about the situation. Remember, you may need to consult outside references but this is not a research paper. It is more investigative in nature about the facts of the case. Please cite outside sources carefully. Now, outline your argument and draft , the final sections. Your boss is expecting to receive a concise, focused paper to prepare her for further meetings. Stay to the main points, although you may have more facts to answer any questions. You will submit your paper in the final step. When you submit your project, your work will be evaluated using the competencies listed below. You can use the list below to self-check your work before submission.