Problem Solving

Problem solving is the process of a problem analysis and resolving it in the best way possible for that situation.

This process contains analysing the problem (root cause analysis), defining countermeasures for the problem and implementing the right solution for that situation.

For problem solving, people need critical thinking and analytical skills. Everybody within a organization or company can benefit from having good skills because there are always problems.

There have been lots of scientific and practical studies on problem solving from a learning point of view. Some of the techniques developed and used in artificial intelligence (AI), computer science, engineering, mathematics, or medicine are related to mental techniques studied in psychology.

What are the most known and used models and methods? What are their success stories and practical tips when you apply these? These posts are all about great tools and methods that can help you to achieve your goal or understand certain aspects that come with problem solving.

Cause and Effect Analysis

by Ben JanseProblem SolvingSeptember 4, 2018July 19, 2020

Cause and Effect Analyses enable problem solvers to broaden their minds, and to look at the bigger picture with regards to the problem.

Heuristic Method

by Patty MulderProblem SolvingMay 29, 2018July 19, 2020

This article explains the concept of the Heuristic Method, developed by George Pólya in a practical way. After reading it, you will understand the basics of this powerful Problem Solving…

Means End Analysis

by Patty MulderProblem SolvingApril 19, 2018July 19, 2020

This article explains the concept of Means End Analysis or MEA in a practical way. After reading it, you will understand the basics of this powerful Problem Solving tool. What…

Storyboard

by Patty MulderProblem SolvingJanuary 22, 2018July 19, 2020

This article explains the concept of Storyboard in a practical way. After reading it, you will understand the basics of this powerful Problem Solving tool. What is a Storyboard? A…

Conceptual Framework

by Patty MulderProblem SolvingDecember 11, 2017July 19, 2020

A Conceptual framework is a visual representation that helps to illustrate the expected relationship between cause and effect in a financial context.

8D Report

by Anneke KuijkProblem Solving TemplatesNovember 3, 2017October 16, 2020

The 8D Report / 8D Problem Solving is a problem-solving approach for the long term, preventing recurring problems. Including a 8D Report template.

CATWOE Analysis

by Patty MulderProblem SolvingOctober 6, 2017July 19, 2020

CATWOE is an acronym that stands for Customers – Actors – Transformation process – World view – Owners – Environmental constraints. It’s a simple checklist to find solutions to problems.

Productive Thinking Model (PTM)

by Patty MulderProblem SolvingNovember 7, 2016August 12, 2020

The Productive Thinking Model (PTM) by Tim Hurson is a six step approach towards the development of good ideas.

TRIZ Method by Genrich Altshuller

by Patty MulderProblem SolvingSeptember 12, 2016July 19, 2020

This article explains the TRIZ method, developed by Genrich Altshuller in a practical way. After reading you will understand the basics of this powerful problem solving tool. What does Triz…

Virtual Value Chain Model

by Vincent van VlietProblem SolvingOctober 14, 2014August 5, 2020

The Virtual Value Chain model by Rayport and Sviokla is used to understand the relations between business and digital activities.