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How do you create a problem statement that leads to better solutions?

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Creative problem solving (CPS) is a skill that can help you tackle complex challenges and generate innovative solutions. But before you can apply any CPS technique, you need to define the problem clearly and accurately. A problem statement is a concise summary of the current situation, the desired outcome, and the gap between them. It helps you focus on the root cause, scope, and impact of the problem, and avoid jumping to assumptions or solutions. In this article, you will learn how to create a problem statement that leads to better solutions using four simple steps.

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Agustín Piedrahita Velásquez

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1 Identify the problem

The first step is to identify the problem that you want to solve. This may seem obvious, but sometimes the problem is not well-defined, understood, or agreed upon by the stakeholders. To identify the problem, you need to gather relevant information, facts, and data, and ask questions such as: What is happening? When and where does it occur? Who is affected? How does it affect them? What are the consequences if the problem is not solved?

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Agustín Piedrahita Velásquez

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This is fundamental, if we start with a vague or unclear statement it is possible that the conclusions of the exercise are non related to the real problem at hand. This stage I've always found it challenging for sometimes people's biases generate misleading assumptions. This is why it is essential to gather biased and non-biased information (one never knows which is which) and examine if there is a logical story and connection between the problem hypothesis and the findings.

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2 Analyze the problem

The second step is to analyze the problem and find out the root cause, the scope, and the impact of the problem. The root cause is the underlying reason why the problem exists, and not just a symptom or a manifestation of the problem. The scope is the extent and boundary of the problem, and how it relates to other problems or goals. The impact is the effect or outcome of the problem, and how it measures against the desired state. To analyze the problem, you can use tools such as the 5 Whys, the Fishbone Diagram, or the Pareto Chart.

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Agustín Piedrahita Velásquez

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one thing I've found extremely helpful is building an Excel matrix where I group different findings into categories and in an additional column, wright down how they relate or are connected to the problem and/or other categories. This is very useful especially when there are multiple issues in a set of steps.

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3 Write the problem statement

The third step is to write the problem statement based on the information and analysis from the previous steps. A problem statement should be clear, concise, and specific, and include three elements: the current situation, the desired outcome, and the gap between them. A problem statement should not include any solutions, opinions, or blame. A good format for a problem statement is: "We have a problem with (current situation), which is causing (impact). We want to achieve (desired outcome), but we are unable to because of (gap)."

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4 Evaluate and refine the problem statement

The fourth step is to evaluate and refine the problem statement to make sure it is accurate, relevant, and actionable. You can evaluate the problem statement by asking questions such as: Is it based on facts and data? Does it address the root cause, scope, and impact of the problem? Does it align with the goals and priorities of the stakeholders? Does it enable you to generate and test solutions? You can refine the problem statement by revising, simplifying, or clarifying any ambiguous or vague terms, or adding or removing any details as needed.

A problem statement is a powerful tool for creative problem solving, as it helps you define, analyze, and communicate the problem effectively. By following these four steps, you can create a problem statement that leads to better solutions for any challenge you face.

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