What does force field analysis identify?

• A. The process of identifying stakeholder engagement points.
• B. A technique for mapping supply chain vulnerabilities.
• C. Which analysis focuses on weather forecasting.
• D. The most effective ways to solve a problem or achieve a goal by weighing the factors that help or hinder a solution.

Answer: (D)

Force field analysis examines the forces that drive or resist a proposed change. It identifies driving forces that push toward the goal and restraining forces that oppose it. By weighing these factors, you can see whether the change is feasible and pinpoint the actions that will have the greatest impact—strengthening the forces that help and reducing the forces that hinder. This approach centers on finding the most effective ways to solve a problem or achieve a goal. It’s not about mapping stakeholder engagement points, supply chain vulnerabilities, or weather forecasting; those are different concepts.