Question 8
Analyzing information is another key strategic thinking skill. Which of the following is an example of how you might apply this skill?
Click the button next to the correct answer choice. After you have read the feedback, explore the other choices. Note: Your first selection will be used to tally your score.
Borrow from previously developed solutions that proved useful for addressing problems such as one you're dealing with currently
Correct choice. Building on existing knowledge is one valuable way to apply your skill at analyzing information. By adapting proven solutions, you save time and help spread wisdom gained in other parts of your organization. Other ways to apply this skill include determining the critical information you need to address the issue at hand, as well as developing and implementing an effective information-gathering plan.
Gather all information directly and indirectly related to a current challenge, so you can compile the most comprehensive data possible
Not the best choice. Gathering all possible information is too broad an approach and will only overwhelm you with data. One key to analyzing information is efficiency: borrowing from proven solutions to save time, identifying only the most critical information you need to solve your issue, and developing and implementing an effective information-gathering plan.
Concentrate your information analysis on what's going on in your immediate group, since you're most familiar with that source of data
Not the best choice. Focusing your information analysis only on your immediate group is too narrow an approach. A more analytical approach is to borrow from proven solutions. Additional examples of how to apply this skill include identifying only the most critical information you need to solve your issue and developing and implementing an effective information-gathering plan.