Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems do occur often in an organization, but the solving of problem is more important. There would be lot of ways to arrive at the solution. But picking the best possible one is more important and here comes the decision making, yet another important aspect in an organization.

In an organization, there are four possible situations in decision making and its implementation.

• Individual Decision, Individual Implementation
• Individual Decision, Group Implementation
• Group Decision, Individual Implementation
• Group Decision, Group Implementation

Individual decision making is the easiest way but it has got lot of cons. But the group decision is the one which is very effective and efficient and Group Decision, Group Implementation is the one which is very prominent in the organizations right now.

Generally while discussing the problem in a group, it will generate more perspective to the problems as each will give their own views. This will help in analyzing the problem in a more efficient way.

Steps involving in decision making are:

Estimation Analysis: This involves valuing of the options taking into account work priorities.

Problem Analysis: Define the  problem statement. Gather all the information related to the problem statement.

Solution Analysis: This involves thinking of all possible solutions/ideas to deal with the problem. After discussion try to pick up the best solution.

Implementation: Then implement the best idea which was selected in the earlier step.Try to have a continuous check on this.