What are 4 ways to solve a problem?

Define the problem. Diagnose the situation so that your focus is on the problem, not just its symptoms. ... Generate alternative solutions. Postpone the selection of one solution until several problem-solving alternatives have been proposed. ... Evaluate and select an alternative. ... Implement and follow up on the solution.

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What is Problem Solving?.

Quality Glossary Definition: Problem solving

Problem solving is the act of defining a problem; determining the cause of the problem; identifying, prioritizing, and selecting alternatives for a solution; and implementing a solution.

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In order to effectively manage and run a successful organization, leadership must guide their employees and develop problem-solving techniques. Finding a suitable solution for issues can be accomplished by following the basic four-step problem-solving process and methodology outlined below.

Step Characteristics 1. Define the problem Differentiate fact from opinion

Specify underlying causes

Consult each faction involved for information

State the problem specifically

Identify what standard or expectation is violated

Determine in which process the problem lies

Avoid trying to solve the problem without data 2. Generate alternative solutions Postpone evaluating alternatives initially

Include all involved individuals in the generating of alternatives

Specify alternatives consistent with organizational goals

Specify short- and long-term alternatives

Brainstorm on others' ideas

Seek alternatives that may solve the problem 3. Evaluate and select an alternative Evaluate alternatives relative to a target standard

Evaluate all alternatives without bias

Evaluate alternatives relative to established goals

Evaluate both proven and possible outcomes

State the selected alternative explicitly 4. Implement and follow up on the solution Plan and implement a pilot test of the chosen alternative

Gather feedback from all affected parties

Seek acceptance or consensus by all those affected

Establish ongoing measures and monitoring

Evaluate long-term results based on final solution

1. Define the problem

Diagnose the situation so that your focus is on the problem, not just its symptoms. Helpful problem-solving techniques include using flowcharts to identify the expected steps of a process and cause-and-effect diagrams to define and analyze root causes. The sections below help explain key problem-solving steps. These steps support the involvement of interested parties, the use of factual information, comparison of expectations to reality, and a focus on root causes of a problem. You should begin by: Reviewing and documenting how processes currently work (i.e., who does what, with what information, using what tools, communicating with what organizations and individuals, in what time frame, using what format). Evaluating the possible impact of new tools and revised policies in the development of your "what should be" model.

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2. Generate alternative solutions

Postpone the selection of one solution until several problem-solving alternatives have been proposed. Considering multiple alternatives can significantly enhance the value of your ideal solution. Once you have decided on the "what should be" model, this target standard becomes the basis for developing a road map for investigating alternatives. Brainstorming and team problem-solving techniques are both useful tools in this stage of problem solving. Many alternative solutions to the problem should be generated before final evaluation. A common mistake in problem solving is that alternatives are evaluated as they are proposed, so the first acceptable solution is chosen, even if it’s not the best fit. If we focus on trying to get the results we want, we miss the potential for learning something new that will allow for real improvement in the problem-solving process.

3. Evaluate and select an alternative

Skilled problem solvers use a series of considerations when selecting the best alternative. They consider the extent to which:

A particular alternative will solve the problem without causing other unanticipated problems.

All the individuals involved will accept the alternative.

Implementation of the alternative is likely.

The alternative fits within the organizational constraints.

4. Implement and follow up on the solution

Leaders may be called upon to direct others to implement the solution, "sell" the solution, or facilitate the implementation with the help of others. Involving others in the implementation is an effective way to gain buy-in and support and minimize resistance to subsequent changes. Regardless of how the solution is rolled out, feedback channels should be built into the implementation. This allows for continuous monitoring and testing of actual events against expectations. Problem solving, and the techniques used to gain clarity, are most effective if the solution remains in place and is updated to respond to future changes. You can also search articles, case studies, and publications for problem solving resources.

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Introduction To 8D Problem Solving: Including Practical Applications and Examples

The Quality Toolbox

Root Cause Analysis: The Core of Problem Solving and Corrective Action

Articles

One Good Idea: Some Sage Advice (Quality Progress) The person with the problem just wants it to go away quickly, and the problem-solvers also want to resolve it in as little time as possible because they have other responsibilities. Whatever the urgency, effective problem-solvers have the self-discipline to develop a complete description of the problem. Diagnostic Quality Problem Solving: A Conceptual Framework And Six Strategies (Quality Management Journal) This paper contributes a conceptual framework for the generic process of diagnosis in quality problem solving by identifying its activities and how they are related. Weathering The Storm (Quality Progress) Even in the most contentious circumstances, this approach describes how to sustain customer-supplier relationships during high-stakes problem solving situations to actually enhance customer-supplier relationships. The Right Questions (Quality Progress) All problem solving begins with a problem description. Make the most of problem solving by asking effective questions. Solving the Problem (Quality Progress) Brush up on your problem-solving skills and address the primary issues with these seven methods.

Case Studies

Refreshing Louisville Metro’s Problem-Solving System (Journal for Quality and Participation) Organization-wide transformation can be tricky, especially when it comes to sustaining any progress made over time. In Louisville Metro, a government organization based in Kentucky, many strategies were used to enact and sustain meaningful transformation.

Certification

Quality Improvement Associate Certification--CQIA

Courses

Certified Quality Improvement Associate Question Bank

Lean Problem-Solving Tools

Problem Solving Using A3

Root Cause Analysis

Quality 101

Webcasts

Making the Connection In this exclusive QP webcast, Jack ReVelle, ASQ Fellow and author, shares how quality tools can be combined to create a powerful problem-solving force.

Adapted from The Executive Guide to Improvement and Change, ASQ Quality Press.

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