Focus & Solve
The Focus & Solve QUAD is where we take the big pieces from the Quarter Quadrant and develop action items for each. The best way to do this is to develop a "how" or "what" question for the goal. This approach also brings us into a brainstorming phase where the team can offer new ideas on how to accomplish the goals at hand.
Note:
Again we are using Amazon (circa 1995) as the example for a business using QUAD Model. You will see each solve quadrant ties in with the 4 items planned for the first quarter.
Example
*Amazon (1995)
Solve 1:
How can we prepare to go public?
- Know current value proposition
- Board of directors in place
- Develop message to investors
Solve 2:
How do we fund a distribution center?
- Gather financial data to support ROI
- I.D. items outside of existing budget
- Find outside investment sources
Solve 3:
Who is our competition on the internet?
- Intelligence from shared suppliers
- Create a list of the top 10 competitors
- SWOT analysis for each competitor
Solve 4:
How do we develop a modern website?
- Design great shopping user interface
- Develop "1-Click checkout"
- Create capacity for high user traffic
Solve 1
Select your top priority from the quarter quadrant from the previous section. Reframe the priority into a how or what question. Now brainstorm solutions.....
Solve 2
Next Priority
Form your question first.....
Now brainstorm solutions.....
Solve 4
You get the idea...
Solve 3
Next Priority
Form your question first.....
Now brainstorm solutions.....