Sequential Thinking MCP

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides sequential thinking and problem-solving tools for systematic analysis and planning.

Features

This MCP server provides four powerful tools for structured thinking:

🧠 Sequential Thinking

Apply a systematic methodology to solve complex problems step-by-step with structured analysis phases.

🔍 Problem Breakdown

Break down complex problems into smaller, manageable components across multiple levels of detail.

📊 Problem Analysis

Analyze problems using proven frameworks:

• SWOT Analysis: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
• Pros/Cons Analysis: Weighted decision making
• Root Cause Analysis: 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams
• Decision Tree Analysis: Probabilistic decision making

📋 Step-by-Step Planning

Create detailed implementation plans with phases, milestones, and actionable tasks.

Installation

npm install -g sequential-thinking-mcp

Usage

With MCP Clients

Add to your MCP client configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "sequential-thinking": {
      "command": "sequential-thinking-mcp",
      "args": []
    }
  }
}

Available Tools

1. Sequential Thinking

{
  "name": "sequential_thinking",
  "arguments": {
    "problem": "How to improve team productivity",
    "context": "Remote team of 10 developers",
    "constraints": ["Budget limited to $5000", "Must implement in 3 months"],
    "goals": ["Increase productivity by 20%", "Improve team satisfaction"]
  }
}

2. Problem Breakdown

{
  "name": "problem_breakdown",
  "arguments": {
    "problem": "Implement new customer onboarding system",
    "levels": 3
  }
}

3. Problem Analysis

{
  "name": "analyze_problem",
  "arguments": {
    "problem": "High customer churn rate",
    "approach": "root-cause"
  }
}

4. Step-by-Step Planning

{
  "name": "step_by_step_plan",
  "arguments": {
    "task": "Launch new product feature",
    "details": true
  }
}

Analysis Frameworks

SWOT Analysis

• Strengths: Internal positive factors
• Weaknesses: Internal negative factors
• Opportunities: External positive factors
• Threats: External negative factors

Root Cause Analysis

• 5 Whys: Drill down to root causes
• Fishbone Diagram: Categorize contributing factors

Decision Tree Analysis

• Probabilistic outcomes: Assign probabilities to different scenarios
• Expected value calculation: Make data-driven decisions

Example Output

The tools provide structured, actionable analysis in markdown format, including:

• 📋 Clear problem definitions
• 🎯 Specific action items
• 📊 Structured frameworks
• ✅ Checkboxes for tracking progress
• 💡 Recommendations for next steps

Requirements

• Node.js 18.0.0 or higher
• MCP-compatible client (Claude Desktop, etc.)

Development

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/taybr99/sequential-thinking-mcp
cd sequential-thinking-mcp

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Build the project
npm run build

# Run in development mode
npm run dev

Contributing

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Add tests if applicable
5. Submit a pull request

License

MIT License - see LICENSE file for details.

Keywords

• MCP (Model Context Protocol)
• Sequential Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Analysis Framework
• Decision Making
• Planning
• SWOT Analysis
• Root Cause Analysis
• Project Management
• AI Tools