A log frame is a tool used to plan and manage development projects. It presents key project information in a clear table format. The log frame summarizes the project's goal, activities, outputs, resources needed, potential risks, and how progress will be measured. Creating a log frame requires large paper, writing tools, an undistracted workspace, and as much information about the planned project as possible. The log frame format can vary slightly between organizations but generally includes components for goals, outcomes, outputs, activities, and inputs.

1. • A log frame (also known as a Project Framework) is a tool for planning and
managing development projects.
• It looks like a table (or framework) and aims to present information about
the key components of a project in a clear, concise, logical and systematic
way
• A log frame summarizes, in a standard format:
• What the project is going to achieve?
• What activities will be carried out to achieve its outputs and purpose?
• What resources (inputs) are required?
• What are the potential problems which could affect the success of the
project?
• How the progress and ultimate success of the project will be measured
and verified?
Logical framework Analysis

2. • WHAT DO I NEED TO PRODUCE A LOGICAL FRAMEWORK?
• Supply of large sheets of paper, (preferably flip chart sheets).
• Pencil, eraser and 'Post-it' notes or cards, so you can adjust and amend as
you go along.
• Somewhere to work without distractions.
• Ideally, someone to discuss and 'bounce' ideas around with.
• As much information about the planned project as possible - preferably
do it 'on site'.

3. Logical Framework Variation
Ultimatechange TangibleChange
AusAid Goal/Impact Purpose/Outcome ComponentObjective Output
CARE ProgramGoal ProjectFinalGoal IntermediateObjective Output Activity Input
EU OverallObjetive ProjectPurpose SpecificObjective expectedResults Activity Input
FAO OverallGoal IntermediateGoal Purpose Output Activity Input
NORAD Purpose Output Activity Input
USAID StrategicObjective Output Activity Input
WorldBank
Outcome/Purpose Output Process/
Activity Input
WorldVisionProgramGoal ProjectGoal Outcome Output Activity Input
Intermediatechange SpecificInternventions
workprogram/Task
Goal
IntermediateResult
Impact/Goal/DevelopmentObjective