Problem solving and decision making are crucial activities for any organization, large or small – or for sub-organizations, mid-level or top-level – or even for individuals. The usual approach to these activities or events is personal thinking and unstructured discussions. Notes or records are often informal and impermanent. Is it any wonder that these activities are risky and stressful?
Before computers, problems and decisions could be worked out with pen and paper.
A computer gives us more powerful and flexible tools. (more…)