Fundamentals of industrial problem solving : a practitioner's guide / Zdravko Ivanov Stefanov, [and 7 others].

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Section I. Overview of first principles industrial problem solving -- Introduction -- First principles problem-solving- why first principles -- Opportunity identification/definition - initial team formation -- Hypothesis testing -- Scenario development -- Section II. Project management -- Value of project -- Team management and roles -- Stakeholder identification, analysis, and communication plan -- Generating, selecting, and implementing solutions to the problem -- Sustaining the gains and control plans -- Project wrap-up -- Section III. Examples -- The big world of problems -- Corrosion problems -- Mechanical issues -- Color -- Section IV. Problem-solving tools -- Emphasis is on speed, low cost, productivity, and right answer -- Scientific method -- Process data analysis -- First principles modeling -- Analytical -- Engineering disciplines examples -- Six sigma, LEAN, and continuous improvement -- Theory of constraints -- Visual presentation.

"This book demonstrates how the Fundamental Problem Solving methodology can be applied to solve the complex problems found in the chemical industry today. The methodology framework described in the book is founded on the scientific method of hypothesis testing, but there is also heavy emphasis on project organization, team management and implementation of the discovered solution(s). The approach can be applied any problem in any part of life and is not necessarily limited to the chemical industry. Written by industry professionals, the book will allow readers to apply these techniques in real world situations."-- Provided by publisher.