> Concept
Fan
. . .a way of finding different approaches to a problem when
you have rejected all obvious solutions. It develops the
principle of 'taking one step back' to get a broader
perspective.
> Reframing
Matrix
.
. .
a simple technique that helps you to look at business
problems from a number of different viewpoints. It expands
the range of creative solutions that you can generate.
> Scamper
.
. . a
check list that helps you to think of changes you can make
to an existing product to create a new one.
> Better
Word
.
. .
boost your vocabulary by thinking of a one-word substitute.
> Brainstorming
.
. . an excellent way of
developing many creative solutions to a problem.
> Reversal
.
. . is a simple technique for breaking complex
problems down into progressively smaller parts.
> Matrix
Analysis
.
. .
Attribute Listing, Morphological Analysis and Matrix
Analysis are good techniques for finding new combinations
of products or services.
> Random
Input
.
. . a lateral thinking tool. It is very useful when you need
fresh ideas or new perspectives during problem solving.
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