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Updated April 29, 2024
Soft Systems Methodology (SSM): this article explains the concept of the Soft Systems Methodology (SSM), developed by Peter Checkland in a practical way. In addition to explaining what this method is, this article also highlights the importance of having…
Updated January 28, 2026
Means End Analysis (MEA): this article explains the concept of Means End Analysis or MEA in a practical way. This article contains the general definition of the technique, and the steps involved in the process, including a means end analysis…
Updated January 28, 2026
Systems thinking: This article explains systems thinking in a practical way. You can read about the definition of this term, its origin and various examples. You will also read about important elements and you will find practical tips to get…
Updated January 28, 2026
Linear thinking: This article explains the topic of linear thinking, developed by Edward De Bono in a practical way. The article contains the meaning, definition and general explanation of the term, as well as a practical example and useful…
Updated January 28, 2026
Positive Deviance: this article explains positive deviance in a practical way. The article starts with the definition of positive deviance, followed by an explanation about the concept and some practical examples. You will also read about the positive deviance model…
Updated January 28, 2026
Lateral Thinking: this article provides a practical explanation of lateral thinking, developed by Edward the Bono. Next to what it is (definition and meaning), this article also highlights lateral thinking examples and where you can use this method…
Updated January 28, 2026
DMAIC process: this article explains DMAIC Process in a practical way. This article contains a general defintion of the DMAIC Process, associated steps and practical examples. After reading you will understand the basics of this Six Sigma and problem solving…
Updated January 28, 2026
Parallel thinking: this article explains the concept of parallel thinking in a practical way. The article starts with the definition of this term, followed by a general explanation and examples of situations in which this thinking style can be applied.…
Updated May 14, 2026
Business Analysis (BA): this article explains the concept of Business Analysis (BA) in a practical way. The article begins with a general definition of business analysis, followed by an example of the process of conducting business analysis and information on…
Updated January 4, 2026
A3 Lean template: this article explains the use of the A3 Lean template in a practical way. It covers its advantage and the process in steps, along with examples. It also contains a downloadable and editable A3 format lean single…
Updated July 3, 2022
Virtual Value Chain Model: this article explains the Virtual Value Chain Model in a practical way. After reading you will understand the basics of this powerful problem solving tool.
What is the Virtual Value Chain Model?
Today’s organizations are…
Updated March 21, 2022
Productive Thinking Model: this article explains Productive Thinking Model, also know as or the Thinkx, developed by Tim Hurson in a practical way. After reading you will understand the basics of this powerful problem solving tool.
What is…
