The Problem Solving Problem Prevention And Decision Making Guide

Author : Bob Sproull
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 135111624X
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Problem-Solving, Problem-Prevention, and Decision-Making Guide written by Bob Sproull and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2018-03-21 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each day, managers and employees are confronted with a plethora of real problems and decisions that are creating issues suchs as lost throughput, poor quality, personnel problems, and material shortages.How they approach these daily quandaries will determine how successful they are at resolving problems and making effective decisions. It is human nature for managers to solutions before they even understand the nature of the problems they are trying to solve. As a result, they end up making blind decisions that change perfectly acceptable processes for incorrect reasons. The real secret to solving problems does not depend upon the number of sophisticated statistical tools that one applies -- The secret to solving most problems is to keep the approach simple and uncomplicated. Many managers and employees make mistakes because they fail to do what Toyota does so effortlessly -- . They fail to perform the 'genmba walk,' during which they go to see the actual process, understand the work, ask questions, and learn. By following a structured approach, and using only simple tools, most problems can be solved, effective decisions can be made, and problems prevented. The cornerstones of this book are three detailed roadmaps for solving problems, preventing problems, and making effective decisions. Each roadmap contains a step-by-step explanation on how to solve existing problems, how to prevent future problems, and how to make effective decisions. The book provides real case studies to illustrate each of the techniques presented in the book.

Author : Bob Sproull
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351116258
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Problem-Solving, Problem-Prevention, and Decision-Making Guide written by Bob Sproull and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-03-21 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each day, managers and employees are confronted with a plethora of real problems and decisions that are creating issues suchs as lost throughput, poor quality, personnel problems, and material shortages.How they approach these daily quandaries will determine how successful they are at resolving problems and making effective decisions. It is human nature for managers to solutions before they even understand the nature of the problems they are trying to solve. As a result, they end up making blind decisions that change perfectly acceptable processes for incorrect reasons. The real secret to solving problems does not depend upon the number of sophisticated statistical tools that one applies -- The secret to solving most problems is to keep the approach simple and uncomplicated. Many managers and employees make mistakes because they fail to do what Toyota does so effortlessly -- . They fail to perform the 'genmba walk,' during which they go to see the actual process, understand the work, ask questions, and learn. By following a structured approach, and using only simple tools, most problems can be solved, effective decisions can be made, and problems prevented. The cornerstones of this book are three detailed roadmaps for solving problems, preventing problems, and making effective decisions. Each roadmap contains a step-by-step explanation on how to solve existing problems, how to prevent future problems, and how to make effective decisions. The book provides real case studies to illustrate each of the techniques presented in the book.

Author : Andrew Leigh
Publisher : Hyperion Books
ISBN 13 : 9780852923153
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Decisions, Decisions! written by Andrew Leigh and published by Hyperion Books. This book was released on 1983-01-01 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Sorin Dumitrascu
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781973455196
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Strategies written by Sorin Dumitrascu and published by . This book was released on 2017-12-03 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone encounters a wide range of difficulties, mishaps, and obstacles. You can think of a "problem" as anything from a mild irritation - like a sticky keyboard - to a complete disaster that puts your job or even your life at risk.A problem is a question or situation that causes doubt or perplexity, or presents a difficulty. It's something that needs to be corrected or overcome so you can achieve a desired state. A problem often requires a unique or creative solution.In other words, you have a "problem" when you have a goal but can't readily see how to reach it - when you have to think, plan, and devise suitable actions to solve the problem and achieve the goal.Barriers to achieving your goals can vary widely in kind and importance. Your problem might be as small as spilling coffee on your tie right before going into an important business meeting.Or it could be much more serious - say if the laptop your presentation was on got stolen and you didn't have a backup.But if you know just what to do in response to a problem, it's no longer a real problem. This is because there's no doubt or complexity involved for you - the path of action you need to take to achieve your goal is clear.Problems come in two basic varieties. The first is an unexpected disruption to the normal course of things. For example, your supplier fails to deliver crucial items or your car breaks down on your way to a conference. You may or may not know what caused the disruption.The second type is a gap between your current state and a desired state, or goal. If you aren't sure how to bridge that gap, you have a problem.For example, you might want to find ways to meet a new consumer need. Or you might want to improve your own efficiency in terms of managing your time, meeting sales targets, or designing products.Everyone needs to solve problems, from the trivial to the life-threatening, at some point.

Author : David Goldsmith
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781497361041
Total Pages : 118 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Problem Solved! written by David Goldsmith and published by . This book was released on 2014-03-10 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Problem Solved!: The Secrets of Decision Making and Problem Solving gives the reader an inside look at the fine points of decision making and problem solving. Research conducted at Ohio State University has concluded that over 50% of all business decisions end in failure. Reasons for this include: not solving the right problem, not defining the desired outcome, and not knowing how to bring the two together.In today's fast-paced world of business, complex problems are now a way of life, and the ability to solve them will create a competitive advantage that is hard to duplicate. In this book you will learn the tools and techniques necessary to become an expert decision maker and problem solver. Plus, the reader will be exposed to a remarkable problem-solving process!What you will learn:- How to become an expert decision maker and problem solver- How to avoid making flawed decisions- How to solve a problem once and for all- How to make spot-on judgement calls- How to build a problem-solving organization- How to use problem prevention techniques

Author : Jeff Butterfield
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Problem-solving and Decision Making written by Jeff Butterfield and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Sandy Pokras
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780749427320
Total Pages : 122 pages
Book Rating : 4.29/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Successful Problem-solving and Decision-making written by Sandy Pokras and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition offers to guide the reader through the problem-solving process to reach successful, long-term solutions. Exercises and case studies illustrate the theory, and allow readers to monitor their progress.

Author : Eugene Bardach
Publisher : CQ Press
ISBN 13 : 1506368875
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Practical Guide for Policy Analysis written by Eugene Bardach and published by CQ Press. This book was released on 2019-07-30 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book provides a wise and engaging how-to guide that meets the central challenge of policy analysis: combining scientific evidence and social goals to craft practical, real-world solutions." —Thomas S. Dee, Barnett Family Professor of Education, Stanford University Drawing on more than 40 years of experience with policy analysis, best-selling authors Eugene Bardach and Eric M. Patashnik use real-world examples to teach students how to be effective, accurate, and persuasive policy analysts. The Sixth Edition of A Practical Guide for Policy Analysis presents dozens of concrete tips, new case studies, and step-by-step strategies for the budding analyst as well as the seasoned professional.

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 26 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Problem Solving & Decision Making written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Jon C. Warner
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781906612689
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Problem Solving and Decision-making Toolbox written by Jon C. Warner and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Problem Solving & Decision-Making Toolbox contains 32 ready-to-use and fully reproducible tools to help you build your know-how to solve problems, be more creative and make better decisions. The kit consists of 32 two-sided guides which can be photocopied and folded to form a four-page booklet on the applicable decision-making tool. These guides can then be used in a variety of group settings to facilitate the problem-solving process. Ideal for supervisors, managers, team facilitators or trainers, this kit will increase the number of forward options available in the problem solving an.