Driving Innovation! How TRIZ Can Revolutionize Your Problem-Solving Approach | Ivan Gekht

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In this conversation, Ivan Gekht discusses TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving or TIPS), a systematic approach to problem-solving and innovation. He explains its origins in the USSR, its evolution, and its application across various industries.

Ivan is the CEO of Gehtsoft USA, a tech powerhouse where science meets innovation, tackling complex challenges with precision, curiosity, and systems thinking.

The team specializes in creating production-ready, custom software that’s efficient, reliable, and built to last. For those with bold visions seeking premium, high-end service to outpace the competition, Gehtsoft isn’t just a partner – it’s a catalyst for transformative success.

Takeaways

• TRIZ is a systematic approach to innovation.
• Understanding contradictions is key to problem-solving.
• TRIZ incorporates elements from various problem-solving methodologies.
• Defining market needs is crucial for successful innovation.
• Confirmation bias can hinder effective problem-solving.
• TRIZ can be applied in software engineering and other fields.
• The evolution of systems can be predicted using TRIZ principles.
• Reusability is a key concept in problem-solving.
• Expertise can create biases and narrow perspectives.
• Being a T-shaped or E-shaped specialist enhances problem-solving capabilities.
• Innovation requires a structured approach, such as TRIZ.
• Curiosity and continuous learning are essential for innovation.
• Start with small improvements to build confidence in problem-solving.

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Connect with Ivan

• Website: https://www.gehtsoftusa.com/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivan-gekht/ 

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

01:36 What is TRIZ?

03:22 How has TRIZ evolved since its inception?

04:51 What does TRIZ stand for?

05:07 Core principles of TRIZ?

08:19 Processes within TRIZ

11:22 What makes TRIZ unique compared to other innovation methods?

16:01 Practical applications of TRIZ in software engineering

20:58 Using TRIZ outside tech industry

26:40 Challenges and limitations of TRIZ

33:35 Applying TRIZ across industries

39:19 Resources for learning TRIZ

46:06 Advice from Ivan

Podcast Links

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Connect with Vit

• Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ 

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