What is root cause analysis using data?

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Root cause analysis using data is the process of identifying the underlying reason behind a problem by analyzing evidence.
In one project, sales dropped in a region, and initial dashboards only showed the decline.
We drilled down by product, channel, and customer segment to isolate the issue.
Data revealed that a key distributor had stopped operations, causing the decline.
We used variance analysis, trend comparison, and segmentation to validate findings.
Instead of treating symptoms, we focused on fixing the actual cause.
Root cause analysis supports corrective actions and prevents recurring issues.
Overall, it moves from “what happened” to “why it happened” using structured data investigation.

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