How To Solve Problems in Business: Problem Solving Techniques for Companies

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(Newswire.net — October 20, 2020) — One of the main ways to solve potential problems is to know in advance what are the problems that may arise, if something can be done to avoid them and how to combat them in case they occur, also you have to learn from the beginning to minimize the problems that may exist and their impact on the business. Sometimes, just by knowing the causes of the problem, the conclusion is reached, so it must be taken into account as a business strategy. Decision making is a very important part of solving problems, since you have to choose what actions to take for this. There are different problems and you also have to know how to identify them so that you can also identify the solutions. 

In addition, knowing common factors to all problems can help solve problems more quickly. When solving problems, you have to choose the best solution to the problem, taking into account that generally this is the one that offers the greatest benefits with the least damage. For new problems, the solution must be found taking into account all the steps, however, for problems that are already known or that are repeated, it is easier to make decisions and know the solutions since it is something that is already known. 

Steps to follow to solve problems in the company 

When solving problems in business, it is necessary to know how to follow all the steps indicated below, also knowing that apart from this there are other valid techniques for the company in terms of the solution from problems:

– Identify the problem that exists in the business, asking yourself questions to make quick decisions. You have to correctly define what the real problem is. Many business people are unable to define the problems they face so they are often trapped in fake solutions that not only fail to solve the problem but also give them new problems.

– Make a list of relevant facts that have to do with this problem. Knowing the relevant facts is a basic foundation for solving problems. Without understanding the facts, you will fall into misleading assumptions.

– Get ideas that can help solve the problem can be done with a brainstorm.

– Evaluate. Evaluate the ideas that have been obtained and know the complexity of the ideas. You have to know what are the advantages and disadvantages of each of the solutions, assess their risks and consequences. By knowing all the possible effects of a solution, you can better prepare your actions.

– Execute the decisions that have been made to solve the problems. Whatever your solution is, it will be of no use if it is not applied. You must have the courage to carry out a solution, of course, after going through some careful considerations.

– Evaluate the results. Check that the solution is correct, and if it is not, take decisions again. Evaluation is useful to prevent you from making the same mistakes in the future. Experience is the best teacher.

How to define a problem 

In order to solve a problem, the fundamental thing is to know what the existing problem is. You have to know how to define it exactly, taking into account what the problem is, how it affects the business, when it started, how often it happens, what or who is related or what you see with that problem, why you have to make decisions to solve it, where is the problem and if the problem is “a problem itself or the symptom of a bigger problem”.  In any case, both for the definition of problems and solutions, one must ask questions. 

Some problem solving techniques 

– Brainstorming

A good idea to solve problems is brainstorming, a very effective technique that allows you to get interesting ideas out of nowhere and also solutions to problems of all kinds. Creativity can arise from the dumbest ideas, and that is why putting the ideas of several people in agreement and knowing how to get good ideas based on this is something extremely interesting and that can achieve ideas that could not be obtained otherwise. If the whole group gets involved in the problem in a relaxed atmosphere, looking for ideas that can solve the problem, without judging or misjudging any idea, they can arrive at the best solution to the problem in a very effective and cheaper way than they could. 

– Assume other techniques

For this, groups of between 8 and 12 people should be created, with a person in charge of leading the group, focusing the ideas so that they do not get out of what they are looking for and to come up with good ideas. 

– Build a teamwork

Teamwork, beyond brainstorming itself, also helps to solve problems in the company, and that is precisely why work teams are so important. Not all people are the same or have the same ideas, so valuable input can be obtained from company workers, especially since they are the ones who know how their work works and if something fails or may fail, there may even be ideas that not only solve problems but also improve the operation of the company, both individually and as a team. The truth is that group collaboration is very important for the company. 

– Create a flow chart

A very interesting flow chart that can help to solve problems, not only of the company, but also in general, is the one in the image, a very graphic and interesting way to see how to solve problems. It is also very important to consider the cause and effect diagram, another interesting technique that can be used to solve problems.

By carrying out the steps above, you can, in a more directed manner, solve all business problems while developing related new ideas. Hopefully this article is able to provide enlightenment. Thanks for reading.