Ryan Byrd’s Ramblings

When I have a bit of downtime, I like to brainstorm solutions to the world’s persistent problems. When I finally manage to take over the world, it’s going to be a bit awkward if I don’t have answers handy to resolve nagging global and local issues.

In order to solve the BIG problems you need a reliable problem solving strategy. Here’s mine:

1. 1. Clear Identification of Problem (and sub-problems). Scope Definition. (Often requires off-line information gathering). Root Cause(s)
2. 2. Metrics for Measuring/Comparing Solutions (Problem Resolution Goals)
3. 3. Causes, Supports, Accelerants. Related Problems. Constraints. Affected Parties.
4. 4. Possible Solutions. Previous Failed Attempts.
5. 5. Selection of Best Solution(s) per evaluation criteria in step 2
6. 6. Implementation/Action Plan