Outside Problem Solving

The concept of leveraging external problem solvers can lead to groundbreaking solutions, as demonstrated by a pharmaceutical VP who turned to the public for help with complex challenges. This approach not only yielded unexpected results, like solving a 30-year-old NASA issue, but also highlighted the value of diverse perspectives in tackling specialized problems. Platforms like InnoCentive and Kaggle illustrate how bounties can attract innovative thinkers from outside traditional fields, proving that expertise isn't always confined to established disciplines.