An effective way to problem-solve is the balance between information analysis and action. Four areas of constraints help to stay focused on the solution instead of falling into inaction due to overthinking and over-analyzing:
Time constraints – the deadlines force prioritization and decision-making.
Resource constraints – the budget limit pushes us to focus on the high-impact areas.
Scope constraints – clear boundary prevents the project scope's ever-growing tasks and details creep.
Option constraints – limited options make decisions possible.
Finding the smallest solution that addresses the core needs is one way to apply the "20% effort to create 80% impact" idea.
