Creativity as an Exact Science: The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving
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Study and Application Tips
- Study the basic principles and algorithms of TRIZ to understand how to systematically approach inventive problem-solving.
- Practice applying the 40 inventive principles to learn how to find unconventional solutions in various fields.
- Use contradiction analysis to identify and resolve conflicts within a system, which will help improve its functioning.
- Apply the Ideal Final Result (IFR) methodology to determine the best possible solution to a problem.
- Study and apply the morphological analysis method for generating new ideas and solutions.
- Use the Algorithm of Inventive Problem Solving (ARIZ) for a structured approach to complex problems.
- Practice analyzing and utilizing system resources to find effective solutions with minimal costs.
- Study examples of inventive solutions from the book to understand how to apply TRIZ in practice.
- Regularly participate in TRIZ training and seminars to improve your skills and exchange experiences with other professionals.
- Create your own projects and tasks for practical TRIZ application to reinforce the knowledge gained.

Date of publication: 1 March 2025
Last updated: 4 March 2025
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