214 pages; B&W illustrations. Graphs. Charts. Cocked spine. Very minor foxing on the top exterior edge of textblock. Minor wear on the covers' bottom edges. Light yellowing on pages. Good condition otherwise. No other noteworthy defects. No markings. ; - Your satisfaction is our priority. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be carefully cushioned in bubble wrap and securely boxed. All orders ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.

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Title: The Art of Problem Solving (First Printing) Accompanied by Ackoff's Fables
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc, New York, NY
Publication Date: 1978
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0471042897
ISBN 13: 9780471042891
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition; First Printing.
Condition: Good+
Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket

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Examines the problem solving process, discusses objectives, variables, and causal relationships, and shows how a variety of actual problems were resolved

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Uses a unique perspective to overcome the deficiencies of a purely scientific approach to managerial decision making. Explores the creative art of problem solving, presenting material in a discursive style. Focus is on discussing a serious activity with some humor (with accompanying ``fables''--based on real problems faced by real managers--for illustration). Examines principal obstructions to creative problem solving and provides methods for their correction. Also includes, in the form of case studies, detailed examples of the major points and procedures.

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