The MECE Principle, developed by Barbara Minto, is a framework used by business strategy consultants to structure client problems. It helps in breaking down complex problems into logical 'buckets' of analysis, ensuring that the problem is Mutually Exclusive and Collectively Exhaustive (MECE). This means that the problem is divided into segments that do not overlap (mutually exclusive) and that all possible solutions are considered (collectively exhaustive). This approach ensures a comprehensive and clear analysis of the problem.
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