The 'How might we' (HMW) question format, introduced by Procter & Gamble and popularized by IDEO, serves as a human-centered approach to problem-solving. It encourages collaboration and focuses on user needs, enabling teams to explore a broad range of potential solutions. However, its efficacy relies on a clear understanding of the problem context. Issues such as vague HMW questions or organizational constraints can lead to ineffective applications. The article also suggests using agile methodologies to breakdown larger problems into manageable HMW statements for better clarity and outcomes.
The 'How might we' format encourages collaboration and user-focus, allowing teams to reframe challenges as opportunities, leading to a wider array of innovative solutions.
While HMW can be a powerful tool for problem exploration, it risks generating wasted efforts if foundational issues aren't addressed or if problems are poorly defined.
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