When it comes to solving complex business problems, many companies invest weeks, if not months, in extensive meetings, project planning, and strategy sessions. But in today’s fast-paced environment, businesses need results quickly—and that’s where Solution Sprints come in. In just two hours, you can go from challenge to actionable solutions, saving both time and money. Let’s dive into how this process works and why it’s more efficient than traditional methods.
What Is a Solution Sprint?
A Solution Sprint is a rapid, focused problem-solving session designed to deliver fast, practical solutions to your business challenges. In just two hours, your team moves through a structured process that includes defining the problem, brainstorming, prototyping, and creating a clear action plan. Unlike longer, traditional processes that can stretch for weeks, a Solution Sprint allows you to tackle specific issues quickly and efficiently.
How Does a Solution Sprint Save You Time?
Traditional problem-solving methods often require multiple rounds of meetings, discussions, and decision-making. This process can be slow, costly, and ineffective, especially for businesses that need fast solutions. In contrast, a Solution Sprint condenses the entire process into just two hours, helping teams get straight to the point without losing momentum.
Consider this:
Weeks vs. Hours: A typical strategic planning session might take days or weeks to complete, whereas a Solution Sprint delivers actionable results in just two hours. That’s a time savings of over 90%.
Rapid Decision-Making: Teams are forced to make quicker decisions during a sprint, leading to faster results. No more endless back-and-forth.
How Does a Solution Sprint Save You Money?
Every hour spent in meetings or deliberation costs money. Whether it’s the cost of pulling your team away from day-to-day tasks, the fees for external consultants, or the opportunity cost of delayed decisions, traditional problem-solving can be expensive. Here’s how a Solution Sprint saves you money:
Real-World Examples: Businesses Benefiting from Solution Sprints
Many businesses have already turned to Solution Sprints for their problem-solving needs and seen impressive results. Here are a few examples:
TruHome Property Solutions: TruHome faced a challenge getting employees to engage with their software platform and CRM system. Through a Solution Sprint, the team developed a strategy to educate employees on the benefits of the CRM, block time on their calendars for using it, and empower staff with more autonomy. They also identified informal influencers within the company to promote adoption. As a result, TruHome saw a significant increase in employee engagement with the CRM, improving overall productivity.
Techguru: Techguru struggled with the onboarding of new employees, and their previous process felt disjointed and time-consuming. The Solution Sprint helped them design a streamlined, engaging training platform with videos that made onboarding fun and efficient. The outcome? New hires were onboarded faster and with a much more positive experience, reducing time spent in the orientation phase and increasing early employee engagement.
A Faster, More Efficient Way to Solve Problems
Time is money, and in today’s competitive business landscape, both are precious resources. By investing in a two-hour Solution Sprint, you can quickly solve pressing challenges, get your team back to work, and see results sooner. Whether you’re launching a new product, improving internal processes, or tackling a unique business challenge, Solution Sprints offer a faster, more cost-effective way to innovate.
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Tamara Bertram, Innovation Training Specialist
Tamara leads the Innovation Studio, working with businesses, startups, and nonprofits to solve complex challenges through creative problem-solving. She runs workshops and solution sprints, guiding teams to generate and implement innovative ideas. Tamara also oversees the Innovation Fellowship program, mentoring UND students.