Stack Builder

Pick a problem. Stack 2–6 frameworks. Fill in what each one asks for. The Dog tells you what the whole pile actually says — convergence, contradictions, and the one move to make next.

1. Frame the problem

2. Stack the frameworks (4/6)

We've pre-loaded the Dog's suggested stack. Add or remove to taste.

Porter's Five ForcesPESTLEVRIONPV

3. Fill in what each framework asks for

Porter's Five Forces

Primary analysis

🐕 This is an industry structure tool, not a general business health check.

PESTLE

Diagnostic lens

🐕 Only list factors that have actually moved. A PESTLE full of generic items is decoration.

VRIO

Primary analysis

🐕 Most 'strengths' fail the I in VRIO. Be honest.

NPV

Strategic option/decision tool

🐕 NPV with speculative inputs is precision theatre. Test sensitivity first.