A structured Problem Solving methodology that uses logical left brain quality-improvement tools. Change is incremental and continuous. Over time, the change can be substantial. Process outputs are characterized by: Better, Cheaper, Faster.

• Introduction (100 words) - 5 points
• Problem Definition (50 words) - 10 points
• Problem Diagnosis (250 words) - 25 points
• Problem Remedy (250 words) - 25 points
• Locking the Improvement (50 words) - 10 points
• Cloning the Improvement (50 words) - 10 points
• Tangible Benefits (50 words) - 10 points
• Intangible Benefits (50 words) - 5 points

A structured Problem Solving methodology that engages logical left brain quality-improvement tools with right brain creativity tools. Change is disruptive and significant. Shows a new way of working. Process outputs are characterized by: Better, Cheaper, Faster, Different.

• Introduction (50 words) - 5 points
• Problem Definition (50 words) - 10 points
• Problem Redefinition (50 words) - 5 points
• Generate Ideas (100 words) - 10 points
• Transfer of Knowledge (50 words) - 10 points
• Evaluate Alternate Solutions (100 words) - 10 points
• Lock the Innovation (50 words) - 10 points
• Merits of the Specific Innovative Solution (250 words) - 25 points
• Tangible Results (50 words) - 10 points
• Intangible Results (50 words) - 5 points

In the process of extracting and harvesting resources in order to produce and use goods, the industrial system also generates waste – waste from extracting and harvesting resources, and from how we produce, use, and eventually discard goods. This waste damages the ability of nature to replenish resources. This is the focus of Green Projects. Such projects deliver: clean air; drinkable water; fertile soil; stable climate; etc.

• What was the Green area of concern? How was it identified? (100 words) - 10 points
• How was the Green area of concern prioritized? Was there a role of upper management? (100 words) - 10 points
• How was the impact of the Green area of concern assessed? (200 words) - 10 points
• How was the Green area of concern resolved or reduced? (400 words) - 50 points
• What are the Green benefits for the organization and society? (200 words) - 20 points

A 500-word narrative of your project — told as a story — with a fictional set-up and characters. Engage your left-brain and right-brain to deliver lessons learned.

• How interesting and crisp is the title?
• Is there a hero / heroine I can relate to?
• Did the fable grab me in the first para?
• Is there a humour element?
• Was the project/problem/experience and solution clearly brought out?
• Do the listed lessons learned reinforce management principles?