Creative Solution Finding

Creative Solution Finding

"Nadler and Hibino have taken traditional Western problem-solving to task". -- Joe Weller, President and CEO of Nestle, USA"This book offers a new way of solving problems". -- Creative Solution Finding

Creative Solution Finding

Creative Problem Solving for Managers

This accessible text provides a lively introduction to the essential skills of creative problem solving. Using extensive case-studies and examples from a range of business situations, it explores various problem-solving theories and techniques, illustrating how these can be used to solve a range of management problems. Thoroughly revised and redesigned, this new edition retains the accessible and imaginative approach to problem-solving skills of the first edition. Contents include: * blocks to creativity and how to overcome them * key techniques including lateral thinking, morphological analysis and synectics * computer-assisted problem solving * increased coverage of group problem-solving techniques and paradigm shift. As creativity is increasingly recognized as a key skill for successful managers, this book will be welcomed as a comprehensive introduction for students and practising managers alike.