Event Condition Timeline (ECT)
Event Condition Timeline (ECT) is a method for mapping experiences onto a simple, time-based model. It breaks an event into clear categories like Before Start, At Start, During, At End, After End, Always, and Never, so that we can understand what happens and when, identify critical conditions, measure outcomes, and compare different scenarios or future possibilities.
Author
ECT is the work of Jacob Moorman, whose independent research and designs are available at zerotrack.net.
License
Event Condition Timeline © 2024 by Jacob Moorman is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
Model
Technical Attributes
- Employs a MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Comprehensively Exhaustive) time-based framework to ensure complete coverage and non-overlapping event categories.
- Focuses on a single event at a time but supports chaining multiple ECT models and adding conditional routes to model complex or branching flows.
- Accommodates qualitative and quantitative data overlays, enabling detailed measurement (e.g., duration, cognitive load, success rates) within the timeline.
- Scales from large, long-lasting events to brief, single interactions, offering versatility for different problem scopes.
- Integrates seamlessly with other techniques, such as UXinv, competitor analysis, or generative AI, to enrich understanding and highlight areas for optimization.
- Allows continual updates as new information emerges, supporting iterative refinement and scenario testing.
- Enhances decision-making by clarifying when and where changes could improve outcomes, reduce failures, or adapt to evolving conditions.
The Paper
Supporting Materials
Release History
- Original release: 2024-09-30
- Second release: 2024-11-04
- Third release: 2024-11-07
Additional content is available at: zerotrack.net
