Triz Principle 1. Segmentation

August 16, 2009 in Innovation

Segmentation involves breaking an object into independent parts or fragmenting things; basically, segmentation is a transition to the micro-level.

Segmentation can be accomplished several ways, for example:

1. Dividing an object into independent parts

a. i.e. Breaking down the writing process of a novel into chapter milestones

2. Making an object easy to disassemble

a. i.e. Sectional furniture that separates into parts

3. Increasing the degree of fragmentation or segmentation

a. i.e. Replacing solid shades with mini-blinds

More examples are like-

A. Divide an object into independent parts.

B. Make an object easy to disassemble.

C. Increase the degree of fragmentation or segmentation.

Replace solid shades with Venetian blinds.
Use powdered welding metal instead of foil or rod to get better penetration of the joint.

Area	Example	If not
Global	Dividing world in countries, states, districts to manage better	Management is easy and manageable this way
Business	Division in business units, service units, delivery units, marketing units, areas, target groups, and functions	Will make life tough for management, will not able to focus
Personal	Division of problem areas , roles among family members	Will fight daily on who will make food and who will go to work

Rating: 10.0/10 (1 vote cast)

Rating: +1 (from 1 vote)

Triz Principle 1. Segmentation , 10.0 out of 10 based on 1 rating

E Management