efteraktionsanalys

Efteraktionsanalys, often translated as after-action analysis or post-action review, is a structured, facilitated process used to evaluate an event or activity after its completion with the aim of identifying what occurred, why it happened, and how to improve future performance. The focus is on learning and performance improvement rather than assigning blame. It is widely used in military, public safety, healthcare, aviation, industry, and information technology.

Typically, a efteraktionsanalys proceeds through planning before the review, data collection and framing, analysis and learning, and dissemination of findings. Data sources can include event timelines, incident reports, interviews, logs, and direct observation. Common methods include debrief interviews, structured templates, root-cause analysis, and causal factor analysis. The output is a lessons-learned report accompanied by concrete recommendations and an action plan with owners and deadlines.

Participants usually include operators, leaders, observers or facilitators, subject-matter experts, and sometimes external auditors. A key feature is psychological safety and a non-punitive approach to encourage honesty and comprehensive information sharing.

Benefits include faster organizational learning, improved procedures, training improvements, and better risk management. Limitations include memory bias, incomplete data, time and resource demands, and potential organizational resistance to critical findings.

Historically associated with military after-action reviews, the concept has been adapted for civilian use and is employed by government agencies, international organizations, and private sector teams for post-incident reviews, project retrospectives, and performance improvement.