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The "Purpose-Specific Problem Solving Program" that thinks in terms of "functions" is a systematic approach to rationally, creatively, and efficiently consider the challenges (objectives) that should be addressed in the product development process. To facilitate the easy implementation of this program and support its internal deployment and establishment, we provide the software tool "iQUAVIS IDEA Package," which corresponds to the workflow of each program. This allows for the efficient resolution of various challenges in the product development process, and furthermore, it enables organizations to move away from individual dependency on "thinking and ideation skills" and work towards an organizational enhancement of problem-solving capabilities. 【Benefits of Thinking in Terms of Functions】 ■ Simplifies problems ■ Understands the purpose of the system's existence and customer expectations ■ Allows for a multifaceted and comprehensive examination of the system's functions *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving), QFD (Quality Function Deployment), and Taguchi Method (TM: Quality Engineering) support attractive and innovative product development through the collaborative use of these proven development methodologies. This is the unique feature of IDEA's development methodology solution. Each individual method is very powerful, but when looking at the entire flow from planning to development to design of new products, relying on just one method is not sufficient. However, by integrating the three methods of QFD, TRIZ, and Taguchi Method (TM), we can efficiently advance the process of "planning and concept → problem solving → reliability design" in product development in a rational and systematic manner. 【Three Methods】 ■ QFD: Identify a solid development concept that captures customer needs ■ TRIZ: Solve technical challenges to realize the development concept without compromise ■ TM: Rapidly materialize new technologies and bring products to market *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The parameter design of the Taguchi Method (TM) is a design approach aimed at ensuring the stability of a product's basic functions during the design phase, so that it does not experience defects in the market. There are various types of noise (internal disturbances and external disturbances) that can affect a product's functionality, such as variations in manufacturing process conditions, aging of the product, and differences in the conditions and environments in which the product is used. Such noise always exists. Therefore, it is better to incorporate the presence of noise into the design from the beginning, ensuring that the product functions stably even in the presence of noise. This leads to product designs that excel in noise resistance. That is the parameter design of the Taguchi Method. **Features** - A two-stage design method that reduces variation before aligning with target values. - Uses the S/N (Signal/Noise) ratio as a measure to evaluate noise resistance. - Incorporates variations in noise conditions, which are the source of variation, from the outset in experiments (or simulations). - Conducts experiments and evaluations by assigning multiple design parameters at once using "orthogonal arrays." *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.*

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TRIZ is a theory of innovative problem solving that originated in Russia (formerly the Soviet Union). Based on a statistical analysis of a vast amount of patent literature, it systematizes the focal points and thought processes for innovative problem solving. The term TRIZ comes from the initial letters of four Russian words that mean "Theory of Inventive Problem Solving" (Teoriya Resheniya Izobretatelskikh Zadach). This page provides an explanation of TRIZ. For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. We encourage you to read it. [Contents] ■ The birth and development of TRIZ ■ How does TRIZ differ from other brainstorming methods? ■ The introduction of TRIZ to Japan, its stagnation, and Japan's unique evolution (TRIZ's "Japanese-style utilization") ■ What is TRIZ's "Japanese-style utilization"? ■ Corporate case studies of innovative product and technology development and new business creation using TRIZ ■ Serial column "What is TRIZ?" (Part 1) *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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"IDEA-TRIZ" is a core method within the framework of product development called "i-Advanced TRIZ," which utilizes systematic techniques. It is an innovative problem-solving process essential for attractive and differentiated product development. When tackling challenges in product and technology development, simply thinking along the lines of existing technologies and ideas may not achieve high goals. When you want to expand your problem-solving ideas or need new ideas, TRIZ becomes a powerful tool. [Three Representative Idea Support Tools] ■ 40 Inventive Principles - A thinking process to overcome contradiction problems ■ System Evolution Patterns - Creating ideas for system function enhancement and future vision based on the flow of technological evolution ■ Scientific and Engineering Effects (I-Effects) - A knowledge database that can be reverse-engineered through "functions" *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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QFD (Quality Function Deployment) is a product development method that visualizes how various information and operations related to product development are interconnected, starting from customer needs (Voice of Customer), and manages them in a seamless manner. QFD is a method that originated in Japan, and to realize the customer needs targeted in product planning, it clarifies what should be done at each stage, such as development design, production technology, procurement, manufacturing, and quality assurance (clarifying goals and challenges at each stage), ensuring a systematic approach to developing products with high customer satisfaction. The utilization of QFD is gaining attention as a method that makes the thought process visible and traceable. 【Expected Effects】 ■ Anticipating market needs ■ Clarification of goals ■ Enhancement of preliminary discussions ■ Optimization of quality communication ■ Thorough evaluation confirmation (important evaluation items) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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QFD (Quality Function Deployment) is a systematic development methodology solution from IDEA, serving as the entry point process. To develop products that are attractive to customers and clearly differentiated from competitors, we consider "what needs to be addressed and what customer value should be proposed" and "what are the development specifications and technical challenges necessary to realize that value," using systematic processes and tools. Furthermore, bottleneck issues can be addressed rationally and creatively by utilizing TRIZ. QFD provides a practical and rational approach for product planning and development design departments engaged in new product development, as well as for advanced development departments that want to incorporate technologies that anticipate market needs, enabling them to continuously create outstanding products and technologies. **Three Gaps in the Planning Stage of Development** - Gap between customer needs and product concepts - Gap between product planning and development specifications - Gap between development goals and technical challenges *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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"I want to develop new applications for our company's products (materials)." "I want to explore new business areas where we can leverage our company's technology." Isn't this a challenge that many companies constantly set as a goal but struggle to achieve concrete results or progress? 'Seed Driven QD (SDQD / Theme Exploration)' is a systematic process that accurately identifies business opportunities (applications) where the characteristics of our materials and technology seeds can be utilized from a wide range of candidates, and creates concepts to produce 'winning products' for those applications while extracting the technical challenges. 【Systematic Approach】 ■ Analysis and extraction of the "functions and features" generated by our company's seeds (materials and technology) ■ Exploration of "new applications" that require such functions and features ■ Extraction of "required quality (user value)" for the assumed applications and the "technical challenges" to realize it *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We want to develop a "superior product and superior technology" that can appeal to customers with high value and is clearly differentiated from competitors. However, to achieve this, we must consider: "What to develop? (Why and What)" "How to realize that 'what'? (How)" Engineers involved in product and technology development must constantly think about these two questions. 'i-Advanced TRIZ' is a framework based on the know-how cultivated through our long years of supporting real projects, utilizing a systematic development method centered on TRIZ, and offers a practical program based on extensive consulting experience. [Development Methods (Partial)] ■ Seed-Driven QD ■ QFD (Quality Function Deployment) ■ TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving) ■ Taguchi Method (Quality Engineering) *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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In recent years, the development of products and technologies often emphasizes originality, and there are limitations to traditional methods of thinking that rely on individual inspiration. As a result, TRIZ, which fully utilizes the knowledge systems of predecessors to efficiently and effectively support innovative technical ideas, has gained attention and is being utilized by major manufacturers. In this DVD, you will learn about the principles of TRIZ and effective ways to utilize it from instructors who have extensive experience with many successful implementation cases. It is recommended for leaders and department heads in technology, planning, and patent departments who wish for innovative development or are considering the introduction of TRIZ.

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With the slogan 'Revitalizing Japan's manufacturing industry with TRIZ,' we established IDEA Inc. in 2003. Since our founding, we have supported hundreds of product and technology development projects for client companies through consulting on the introduction and utilization of systematic development methods centered around TRIZ (the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving) and by providing the innovation support software Goldfire. Additionally, based on our extensive consulting experience and know-how, we have developed and provided unique support tools such as the purpose-specific problem-solving program support software 'iQUAVIS IDEA Package' and the 'IDEA-TRIZ Toolbox,' which delivers TRIZ ideation support tools to developers and engineers' desktops. We assist in creating a system that continues to produce attractive and innovative standout products and technologies through the rationality of systematic methods and the creative approach of TRIZ.

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We will pour in the know-how cultivated through years of practical theme consulting and support the generation of emerging ideas. The keywords are "Utilizing TRIZ to make everyday problem-solving more productive and creative! And making TRIZ more accessible and commonplace." We will provide tools that anyone can access to utilize TRIZ in all situations.

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"Goldfire" is software developed by the Product Design Division of IHS Markit that supports "the realization of sustainable innovation." It assists in the product development process at various stages through two functions: the effective utilization of vast amounts of information and knowledge accumulated both internally and externally, and the practical application of problem analysis and idea generation methods based on TRIZ (the theory of inventive problem solving), enabling "knowledge-backed analysis, idea generation, and decision-making." 【Overcoming the Four Factors that Hinder Innovation】 ■ There is no systematic process for generating excellent ideas. ■ Problem analysis and opportunity analysis are insufficient. ■ The knowledge and know-how accumulated within the company cannot be effectively utilized. ■ There is no effective method for extracting the knowledge and hints necessary for solving the company's challenges from the vast external insights that include different industries and fields. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

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