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A Holistic View of Problem Solving

A Holistic View of Problem Solving The limited view of the problem-solving space that is held by the world of science is criticized. A problem solution is considered to be achieved when a perceived present situation and a perceived desired situation become the same. The problem-solving space is three dimensional, and its three vectors are concerned with problem taxonomy, problem-solving modes, and problem-solving process. The space takes on greater meaning when it is related to the fourth dimension called the chronology of problem solving. This chronology includes four primary phases: personalization, collaboration, institutionalization, and socialization. A case is made that the scientific or rationalistic view of problem solving is limited in the collaboration phase and has no relevance in the institutionalization and socialization phases. A holistic view of problem solving is concerned with the relationship between the problem-solving chronology and the ultimate implementation of solutions. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Management Science INFORMS

A Holistic View of Problem Solving

Bartee, Edwin M.
Management Science , Volume 20 (4-part-i): 10 – Dec 1, 1973
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INFORMS
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0025-1909
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1526-5501
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10.1287/mnsc.20.4.439
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Abstract

The limited view of the problem-solving space that is held by the world of science is criticized. A problem solution is considered to be achieved when a perceived present situation and a perceived desired situation become the same. The problem-solving space is three dimensional, and its three vectors are concerned with problem taxonomy, problem-solving modes, and problem-solving process. The space takes on greater meaning when it is related to the fourth dimension called the chronology of problem solving. This chronology includes four primary phases: personalization, collaboration, institutionalization, and socialization. A case is made that the scientific or rationalistic view of problem solving is limited in the collaboration phase and has no relevance in the institutionalization and socialization phases. A holistic view of problem solving is concerned with the relationship between the problem-solving chronology and the ultimate implementation of solutions.

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Management Science – INFORMS

Published: Dec 1, 1973

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