Design Thinking for Problem Solving

A design is essentially a blueprint or specs for the construction or implementation of an entire process or object, or simply the output of that blueprint or specs in the shape of a completed object, product or procedure. The word ‘design’ itself is derived from the Greek word meaning ‘design’, which was used to refer to the craftsmen who made decorative or useful items. The verb ‘design’ dates back to the days of the ancient Greek civilization, and was used to refer to the artistic creations of the Greeks and Romans. The idea of designing in software programs today is very different from the ways that these designers originally saw things.

Designing is done using many different methods, and the method you choose to do it depends on your style and how you learn best. Many people have found success in applying different strategies to design their projects. We may adopt different approaches to solve a problem or come up with a new approach that helps us think differently. It is important that we use all of these learning methods together to develop effective solutions to complex problems. It also helps us to think creatively and learn to overcome obstacles that keep us from solving the problems that we face.

There are four broad styles of problem-solving approach. The first is the scientific approach. This requires you to collect facts, analyze those facts and then form a general idea about the problem or topic. You must then put your conclusions in writing, using appropriate language and formal methods. This type of approach usually produces clear and refined results.

The second style is called problem-solving thinking. Problem-solving thinking is similar to scientific thinking but is less formal and more flexible. You can apply this thinking when designing problems or finding creative solutions to organizational problems. Problem-solving design involves using creative problem-solving approaches that help you generate new ideas and concepts. It may not be applicable for more specific business processes, but it certainly has practical value for all types of organizations.

Next, there are the integrated design thinking and design activity. The emphasis is on incorporating human-centeredness, science and technology to solve problems. Although this is a broad category, the most relevant components are making people as a primary focus of attention, designing within a structure framed by humancenteredness, and integrating multiple disciplines. Many designers work within these three perspectives to help us better design solutions to organizational problems.

Finally, there is the design thinking done in an ‘artificially intelligent’ way. Artificially intelligent designers often refer to these approaches as cognitive science, cognitive architecture or intelligent design. The goal here is to make new ways of doing things, rather than to repair what has already been done. This is very similar to the problem-solving approaches, but the emphasis is on finding inventive solutions to problems.