Step 1
Describe the problem in simple language covering all the main points.
Step 2
Re-describe the problem in a more general, conceptual way, stripping out the detail.
Step 3
Locate existing answers to the very general problem using the TRIZ Solution Catalog
Step 4
Use the solution triggers + your knowledge and experience to find pragmatic solutions.
Theory of Inventive Problem Solving
1. Systematic ways for defining and understanding problems
2. Using the four solution catalogs to solve them
1. Inventive Principles - For solving contradictions (conflicting requirements)
2. TRIZ Trends - Predict the likely evolution of products
3. Standard Solutions - For dealing with harms, inefficiencies and problems to do with measurement
4. Effects - Answer how to questions using the Effects Database
