It seems that the problems you cited are still very much people-related.

There's a lot of pressure (especially in regulated environments) to be "data-driven". It's tempting for folks to pick up a tool like minitab and churn some stats, cargo-cult-style, to prove whatever and look-smart while doing it.

This is tricky stuff. Nobody like to admit they're confused or that the path isn't clear. I agree it sets the stage for drama and failure.