The Logical Framework Approach (LFA) is a comprehensive project management methodology used extensively by development agencies for identifying, designing, planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating development projects.
It culminates in creating a Logical Framework (Log Frame), a 4x4 table that provides a snapshot of the project.
| NARRATIVE SUMMARY | INDICATORS | MEANS OF VERIFICATION | ASSUMPTIONS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOAL / IMPACT | Describes the long-term, broad objective the project aims to contribute to. | Metrics to measure the achievement of the goal. | Data sources and methods to verify goal achievement. | External conditions for goal achievement. |
| PURPOSE / OUTCOME | Specific objective the project aims to achieve by its conclusion. | Measures to assess the success of the project’s purpose. | Methods and sources for data collection to monitor purpose indicators. | Conditions necessary for achieving the purpose. |
| OUTPUTS | Tangible products or services resulting from activities. | Metrics to measure the production of outputs. | Methods to verify the achievement of outputs. | Factors necessary for producing outputs. |
| ACTIVITIES | Specific tasks and actions to produce outputs. | Measures to assess the completion of activities. | Tools to verify the completion of activities. | Preconditions for successfully carrying out activities. |
Goal/Impact: The long-term results the intervention aims to contribute to, though the project is not solely accountable for this.
Purpose/Outcome: What the project will achieve by its end, representing the publicly stated aim.
Outputs: The intermediate changes or products resulting from activities, which collectively create the outcome.
Activities: Actions carried out using inputs like funds and technical assistance.
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