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EZZE TRIZ – PROBLEM SOLVER $15.95 USD

There are two types of problems people face: those with known solutions and those with unknown
solutions. Those with known solutions can usually be solved by information found in books,
technical journals, or by using a consultant. These solutions follow the general pattern of problem
solving where the particular problem is elevated to a standard problem of a similar or analogous
nature. A standard solution is known and from that standard solution comes a particular solution
to the problem.

The other type of problem is one with no known solution. It is called an inventive problem and may
contain contradictory requirements. Innovative (inventive) problem solving has until recently fallen
into the field of psychology where the links between the brain and insight and innovation are
studied. Methods such as brainstorming and trial-and-error are commonly suggested. Depending
on the complexity of the problem, the number of trials will vary. If the solution lies within one's
experience or field, such as mechanical engineering, than the number of trials will be fewer.

Problem solving is like digging for treasure in a field. If a hole already exists, our inclination is to
dig it deeper. The deeper the hole, the more difficult it is to see what’s happening in other parts of
the field. If someone else comes along, we encourage him or her to jump in the hole with us.
HOW DOES ONE STAY OUT OF THE HOLE!

EZZE TRIZ IS THE ANSWER. It is based on principles developed by Genrich Altshuller who
analyzed thousands of inventions documented in patents throughout the world, and recognized
that the same fundamental problem had been addressed by a number of inventions -- in different
areas of technology. In summary, TRIZ research of the global patent database found that the same
fundamentals solutions were used over and over again, often separated by many years and the
world currently contains a very small number (40) of Inventive Principles and that all technology
evolution trends are predictable.

EZZE TRIZ is essentially ‘cook book’ problem solving with a recipe, which follows the procedures
discovered by Altshuller to find an innovative solution to a particular problem. The Problem is
defined and solved using structured procedures and analytical tools developed from common
principles found in the worldwide patent database.