> - First he observes
> - Then he would try to identify the biggest problem
> - Then he would try change it (i.e. run an experiment)
> - Then if that works, run another experiment
> - If it doesn’t work, go back
It's probably no accident, but this is pretty close to the scientific method.
The problem is that if it doesn't work for a couple times, you get fired, or at least seen as incompetent.
Management want magic rituals that fixes everything, not the scientific method.
This can however work in places that are (truly) leadership focused where you A) fail fast and B) clearly outline your intention to accept failure as part of the process of improvement.
That is .. not a reliable description of the outcomes for management consultants, who can inflict spectacular disasters sometimes and still come out ahead. Largely because they deliver the right magic ritual.