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A summary of the theory behind the LFA method

The Logical Framework Approach

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1. Background ............................................................................. 3 2. LFA, an objective-oriented planning tool ...................................... 5 2.1 What is the purpose of LFA? ......................................................... 5 2.2 What is regarded as success in a project? ....................................... 6 2.3 The different steps in the LFA method .......................................... 7 2.4 Definition of each of the nine steps in the LFA analysis .............. 8 2.5 Why have the different steps in the LFA analysis? ....................... 19 2.6 Roles and responsibilities when making an LFA analysis ............ 19 3. A project-planning workshop ................................................... 21 4. The advantages offered by the LFA method .............................. 24 Appendix A: Example of a Problem Tree ....................................... 27 Appendix B: Bus company/Example one of an LFA matrix .............. 28 Appendix C: Example of an LFA matrix, Project: Drinking water ...... 29 Appendix D: Risk analysis questions ............................................. 30 Appendix E: Logical question list .................................................. 31 Appendix F: List of References ..................................................... 34

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Published by Sida 2003 Methods Development Unit Author: Kari Örtengren/Project Design AB Printed by Edita Sverige AB, 2004 Art. no.: SIDA1489en ISBN 91-586-8402-6 This publication can be downloaded/ordered from www.sida.se/publications

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1. Background

LFA, the Logical Framework Approach, is an instrument for objectiveoriented planning of projects. The method may also be used for analysis, assessment, follow-up and evaluation of projects. What the method is used for depends on the role of its users...