TRIZ - the best systematic process for innovation in any organization!!!
TIC is a publishing and consulting company that promotes inventive problem solving by application of TRIZ Methodology. TRIZ is the best method to develop a systematic process for continuous innovation in any organization. TRIZ was developed through the study of 1,000's of patents. Learn how inventive people solve inventive problems regardless of science or industry. Solve problems faster and with better results.
Keywords: TRIZ, innovation, problem solving, creativity, systematic innovation, Altshuller
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We started our business in 1992 and incorporated in 1995.
What is your primary product or service?
We specialize in helping individuals and companies in development of innovation. We specialize in training and consulting in a systematic process for technology innovation. This process is called TRIZ. We have 5 books published on this subject matter and provide coaching to clients. We were one of the founders of the Altshuller Institute for TRIZ Studies, Inc.(AI)in 1998 also located in Worcester, MA. AI is a 501(C)3 organization that actively promotes TRIZ on an international platform and has had 12 annual conferences. Since its inception Since its inception national TRIZ institutes have been developed in Japan, China, India, Malaysia, Taiwan, Europe, Korea and Mexico.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I became interested in TRIZ through a Russian immigrant, Lev Shulyak. He had a manuscript that he had translated from Russian into English and was looking for someone to help him edit his work to a point where it could printed and sold. With a background in Physics and business, I was intrigued listening to him speak about a marvelous new systematic way of solving problems and developing innovation.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Frankly, we do not have any direct competition. TRIZ was derived from the study of thousands of patents. Problems that were solved and the methods used to solve these problems by inventive people, were extracted and cataloged. The information collected was then distilled into a manageable body of knowledge that cuts across all sciences and industries. TRIZ helps people to solve problems by developing numerous and better solution concepts quickly. This allows for faster and better resolution of conflicts in your system. You do not have to reinvent to wheel to solve your problem. Chances are your problem or a similar problem has already been solved in another industry. By applying the concepts of their solution, you will find your specific solution much quicker than if you wait for the concept to pop into your mind.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one location and no plans at this time to expand.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are not a brick and mortar store. We service most of our clients via the internet. Visit our website at: www.triz.org or email me at: tic@triz.org
What type of payments do you accept?
All normal forms of payment: PayPal, checks, credit cards and wire transfers.
Which areas do you service?
TRIZ can be used universally by everyone: children, adults, engineers, teachers, doctors, etc.
What are your hours of operation?
We review emails 24/7 and take phone calls from 9:00 - 5:00 EST
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That was amazing. If I had found TRIZ years ago, I would not have wasted so much time.