TRIZ is a group method that helps people identify and stop harmful actions in organizations or communities. The name comes from Russian words meaning 'theory of inventive problem solving.' This technique asks participants to first think about what actions would guarantee failure, then identify which of these harmful actions they are actually doing now. By recognizing these self-defeating behaviors, groups can stop doing them and improve their results.
The process works by having people brainstorm in small groups, then share their insights with everyone. This reverse thinking approach helps teams see problems they might miss with regular planning. TRIZ is especially useful for organizations, community groups, and leaders who want to solve complex problems and improve how they work together.
The method takes about 35 minutes and can be used by groups of any size.