The PieModel is a mental model that allows you to perform tasks. I developed the model because I wanted to make sure that I and others perform tasks in an organized manner.
It has three basic phases: Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation. (sort of before you do the task, while you do the task, and after you do the task).
Here's how I use it:
- I know that there are different mental modes to each phase. In the P mode I have to be creative, think about all the options, generate some new ones, think about pitfalls, pros and cons, etc. In the I mode I need to be aggressive in following the plan, not get distracted, make sure my plan is logical, and be result oriented. In the E mode I have to be reflective, really think about what I was doing, generate lessons for the future.
- The PIE is recursive because each phase may include internal PIEs. I have to plan the P, implement the P, and evaluate the P. Each phase may include several PIEs. The I part may include 3 subparts each with a whole PIE in it.
- The PIE is especially good when you communicate to yourself or others what you are now doing. If you are in P, or I or E you expect different kinds of inputs.
If you have more ideas or questions about this let me know.
-- YeshaSivan 1998/07/23
PIE seems to be an abbreviated version of the SystemsMethod.
Reminds me of my friend's SPET sequence: status... plan... execute... test. -- AlistairCockburn
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