Brainwriting Idea Selection Using Collective Evaluation Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing on-line brainstorming methods struggle to effectively utilize the collective knowledge of a large number of unspecified participants, as they often fail to systematically enhance the quality and quantity of ideas, especially when using the framework of brain writing, and are dependent on individual idea generation capabilities.
Innovation Solution
An idea generation support device and method that utilize an interface for inputting and evaluating ideas, an idea database for storing and tracking parent-child relationships, and an algorithm for selecting and displaying high-quality ideas based on collective participant evaluations, enhancing the quality and quantity of ideas through the framework of brain writing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a large number of participants engage in on-line brainstorming across various time zones, then the accessibility and participation scope are improved, but it becomes difficult for participants to review all existing ideas and select high-quality ideas for further development
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an automated idea selection algorithm as an intermediary between idea submission and idea development. This algorithm automatically evaluates submitted ideas against predefined criteria and selects high-quality ideas for display, mediating the gap between large-scale participation and manageable idea review. Participants no longer need to manually review all ideas, as the system autonomously filters and presents worthy candidates.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical process of idea review and selection with an automated computational system. Instead of participants manually examining and evaluating ideas, an algorithm automatically performs the selection based on quantitative criteria, substituting human manual effort with automated processing to handle the large volume of ideas efficiently.
2Quantity of substance
If traditional on-line test methods are used to collect ideas from many participants, then the quantity of ideas can be gathered, but the quality of ideas depends on individual capabilities and the advantages of brainstorming are lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback loops where selected high-quality ideas are displayed to participants, who can then submit new ideas building upon or improving these displayed ideas. This feedback mechanism allows participants to learn from and iterate on high-quality ideas, progressively improving idea quality through multiple rounds of evaluation, selection, and refinement rather than relying solely on initial individual capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary selection of high-quality ideas before they are made available for further development. By pre-filtering and selecting the best ideas using the algorithm, the system ensures that participants work with high-quality foundation ideas rather than randomly selecting from all submissions, thereby improving the overall quality outcome before the main idea development phase begins.
3Manufacturing precision
If the idea generation support device personalizes stimuli based on previous idea evaluations, then the idea generation quality for specific participants is improved, but the system requires sufficient time for evaluation and cannot function effectively for large numbers of unspecified participants on a short-term basis
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by implementing different selection criteria and evaluation approaches for different participant categories. For registered participants with evaluation history, the system uses personalized criteria based on their past performance. For unspecified participants joining on a short-term basis, the system applies general predefined criteria that do not require extensive evaluation history, allowing the system to function effectively for both groups with appropriate local adaptations.
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AI summary
The present invention provides an idea support device that systematically improves the quality and quantity of ideas by selecting a good idea that uses the collective wisdom of an unspecified number of online participants, using a brainwriting framework, and proactively utilizing good ideas. This idea support device is characterized by having: an idea database that saves ideas, idea evaluations, and parent-child relationship between ideas; a calculation unit that selects an idea to be displayed as a draft, on the basis of an idea evaluation; and an interface that displays the draft and inputs a participant evaluation of the draft and, as the parent of the draft, a proposal that is a new idea derived from the draft.