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IDENTIFICATION TOOLS
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Affinity Diagram
A tool that gathers large amount of

language data (ideas, opinions,

issues) and organizes them into
groupings based on their natural
relationships.

When to use an Affinity

Diagram:

Through large volume of data

To encourage new patterns of

thinking

Creating the Affinity Diagram

Affinitizing is a process performed by a
group or team.
Unique features of Affinity Diagram:
Affinitize silently
Go for gut reactions
Handle disagreements

Steps in creating an Affinity

Diagram
Step 1 Generate Idea

Step3 - Sort ideas into Related

Groups

Step 4 Create Header Cards

Step 5 Draw the finished Affinity

Diagram

Header

An idea that captures the essential

link among the ideas contained in
a group of cards.

Brainstorming
A group problem-solving technique
that involves the spontaneous
contribution of ideas from all
members of the group

Uses:
Brainstorming brings team members'

diverse experience into play.

It increases the richness of ideas explored.
It helps team members bond, as they solve

problems in a positive, rewarding

environment.

2 ways of brainstorming:
Individual Brainstorming

- Individual brainstorming is most

effective when you need to solve a
simple problem, generate a list of
ideas, or focus on a broad issue.
Group Brainstorming
- Group brainstorming is often
more effective for solving complex
problems.

Steps in Brainstorming:
1. Prepare the group
Set up a comfortable environment.

2. Present the problem

Clearly define the problem that you want to
solve, and lay out any criteria that you must
meet.
3. Guide the discussion
Encourage everyone to contribute and to
develop ideas, including the quietest people,
and discourage anyone from criticizing ideas.

Nominal Group Technique

Nominal group technique (NGT) is a
structured method for group
brainstorming that encourages
contributions from everyone.

When to Use Nominal Group Technique

When some group members are much more vocal

than others.
When some group members think better in silence.
When there is concern about some members not
participating.
When the group does not easily generate
quantities of ideas.
When all or some group members are new to the
team.
When the issue is controversial or there is heated
conflict.

Nominal Group Technique Procedure

1. State the subject of the brainstorming.

2. State the subject of the brainstorming.
3. Each member in turn states aloud one

idea.
4. Discuss each idea in turn.
5. Prioritize the ideas using list reduction.

Flow Charts

A tool that graphically represents the

steps of a process. They are easy-tounderstand diagrams that show how
the steps in a process fit together.

Uses of Flow charts

Estimate time
Identify who you should

involve in any decisions

How to create a flow chart

1. Identify tasks
2. Organize and document tasks
3. Test the flow chart
4. Challenge the flow chart