Sunday, October 17, 2010

SIX STAGES TO PROBLEM SOLVING

Problem solving is a valuable tool in process improvement.  It is unavoidable to apply problem solving in our day-to-day life.  Problem solving can be applied to just about every setting both personal and professional. 

PROBLEM SOLVING KEYS TO SUCCESS

Problem solving can be associated with a systematic processing order.

Problem solving must be realistic and have a sense of order.

Problem solving ultimately must meet a goal in reaching an action.

Problem solving can be reached by applying brainstorming techniques


A problem defined is based on a specific issue, which can be solved if the correct approach is taken
In order to address a problem you must place the situation in the form of a question.

It is important to determine the nature of the problem to make a fair assessment just prior to beginning the process.

A problem may begin as a mess but must become a solution as an end result.

SIX STAGES IN PROBLEM SOLVING

STAGE 1

EXPLORING THE MESS:  Convergent stage, this takes some thought and the intellectual sense will kick in to clearing come about a good solid statement.


STAGE 2

SEARCHING INFORMATION:  Raw data and information is gathered to substantiate the issue


STAGE 3

INDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM:  Divergent stage, many problem statements can be developed but you must narrow down to a solid possible problem statement

STAGE 4

SEARCHING FOR A PROBLEM:  Brainstorming stage, finding a quality source to the problem


STAGE 5

EVALUATING SOLUTIONS:  Culmination stage, it is now a candidate solution that has various criteria is applied.


STAGE 6

IMPLEMENTING A SOLUTION:  This is the implementation plan phase, which is an outcome of the solution




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