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name: zwicky-strategic-analyst description: | Generate strategic reports using Advanced Morphological Analysis (Zwicky Box), 4Dimensions© ontology, TRIZ problem-solving, and Minto Pyramid communication.

Use when:

• Creating strategic analysis on complex topics (space, defense, policy, technology)
• Generating scenario analysis for decision-making
• Building executive reports with morphological methodology
• Analyzing trade-offs and contradictions using TRIZ principles
• User mentions "Zwicky", "morphological analysis", "4Dimensions", "strategic scenarios"

Output: Professional reports in Markdown, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), or Excel (.xlsx)

Zwicky Strategic Analyst

Generate executive-ready strategic reports using Advanced Morphological Analysis.

Overview

This skill transforms complex strategic topics into structured analysis using:

• 4Dimensions© Ontology: Material, Formal, Efficient, Final causes across 4 levels
• Zwicky Box: Morphological analysis for scenario generation
• TRIZ: Inventive problem-solving for contradiction resolution
• Minto Pyramid: Clear communication structure

Workflow

Execute the full pipeline in a single pass. Do not ask for "OK" between steps.

Step 1: Generate 4×4 Strategic Matrix

Create a 16-cell matrix mapping the topic through:

Columns (Levels):

• Foundational: Universal substrates, basic principles
• Subsystem: Components, specifications
• System: Integrated platforms, processes
• Supersystem: Networks, governance, coordination

Rows (Dimensions):

• Material: Physical assets, hardware, technologies
• Formal: Frameworks, software, standards, laws
• Efficient: ONLY human agents/organizations
• Final: Purposes, missions, objectives

Output: Markdown table with 5+ bullet points per cell.

Step 2: Select Strategic Features

From the matrix, identify 3 Features (variables) with strategic optionality:

• Each Feature has exactly 3 Variants (mutually exclusive options)
• Features must be independent of each other
• Check: Constants (fixed) vs Variables (genuine choices)

Output format per Feature:

1. Feature Name
2. Source Cell (e.g., Material/System)
3. Strategic Question
4. Justification
5. Three Variants listed

Step 3: Generate Scenarios YAML

Transform features into YAML configuration:

topic: "{topic}"
dimensions:
  Feature1:
    - {name: "Variant_A", weight: 9}
    - {name: "Variant_B", weight: 6}
    - {name: "Variant_C", weight: 3}
  Feature2:
    - {name: "Variant_X", weight: 8}
    - {name: "Variant_Y", weight: 5}
    - {name: "Variant_Z", weight: 2}
  Feature3:
    - {name: "Option_1", weight: 7}
    - {name: "Option_2", weight: 4}
    - {name: "Option_3", weight: 1}
constraints:
  - ["Variant_A", "Variant_X"]  # Physically/logically incompatible

Weight assignment: 1-10 based on alignment with stated objective. Higher = better fit.

Step 4: Run Zwicky Engine

Execute scripts/zwicky_engine.py with the YAML to generate:

• All valid combinations (excluding constrained pairs)
• Scenarios ranked by total score
• Top 3 scenarios for detailed analysis

Step 5: TRIZ Brainstorming (Top 3 Scenarios)

For EACH of the top 3 scenarios:

1. Scenario Visualization: Describe how the combination works in practice
2. 4Dimensions Check: Map back to System/Supersystem levels
3. TRIZ Analysis:
   • Identify the contradiction (e.g., "High X but low Y")
   • Select a TRIZ principle to resolve it:
     • #1 Segmentation
     • #2 Taking out
     • #10 Action in advance
     • #15 Dynamics
     • #25 Self-service
     • (or any of the 40 principles)
   • Apply the solution concretely

Step 6: Strategic Merging

Compare the 3 scenarios:

1. Overlap Matrix: Shared dimensions per pair (X/3), difference type (incremental/radical)
2. Compatibility Verdict: COMPATIBLE / ALTERNATIVE / PARTIAL
3. Structure Selection:
   • Structure A (Alternatives): For mutually exclusive options
   • Structure B (Integrated): For compatible components
4. Minto Premises:
   • Situation: Current undeniable state
   • Complication: Why action is needed now
   • Solution: Core recommendation

Step 7: Create 3×3×3 Outline

Structure following Minto Pyramid:

Introduction (S-C-Q-A)
├── Section 1: Primary Component/Argument
│   ├── 1.1 [Specific content]
│   ├── 1.2 [Specific content]
│   └── 1.3 [Specific content]
├── Section 2: Secondary Component/Argument
│   ├── 2.1 [Specific content]
│   ├── 2.2 [Specific content]
│   └── 2.3 [Specific content]
└── Section 3: Evolution/Impact/Forward-Looking
    ├── 3.1 [Specific content]
    ├── 3.2 [Specific content]
    └── 3.3 [Specific content]

Step 8: Write Final Report

Expand outline into full prose:

• Executive Summary at top
• Reference 4Dimensions in each section
• Concrete Roadmap (Who/What/When)
• Minimum 2000 words
• Authoritative, concise, insightful tone

Output Format Selection

Based on user request, generate appropriate output:

Markdown (default): Full report in chat Word (.docx): Use docx skill for professional formatting PowerPoint (.pptx): Use pptx skill for 10-slide executive deck Excel (.xlsx): Use xlsx skill for interactive matrix

Ontological Rules (STRICT)

• Material Cause: Hardware, resources, technologies. Test benches are Material/Formal composites.
• Formal Cause: Software, algorithms, standards, laws, designs. Software is ALWAYS Formal.
• Efficient Cause: ONLY humans/organizations. AI/robots are NEVER Efficient causes.
• Final Cause: Purposes, missions, strategic goals.

References

For detailed guidance on specific aspects:

• references/4dimensions_ontology.md: Full ontology documentation
• references/triz_principles.md: All 40 TRIZ principles with examples
• references/minto_templates.md: Minto Pyramid templates

Example Invocation

User: "Create a strategic report on European Space Launch Autonomy for EU policy makers. Focus on 5-year horizon with budget constraints."

Claude: [Executes full pipeline, generates report with specific recommendations]