Solutions -GENIE - A unique, state-of-the-art tool that provides support for Creative Brainstorming. It has built in structured approach to problem solving that reduces personal bias and other subjective factors. It helps to systematically record all ideas generated, analyse them and select the most logical and apt one.

Brainstorming technique is applicable wherever there is need for generation of creative ideas on a well-defined subject. It has been used successfully in: Problem solving, Process re-engineering and improvement, Six sigma initiatives, Product development, R and D, Advertising, and many more, though mainly applicable to group working, Brainstorming technique may be effectively used by individuals as well.

Process of a Brainstorming Session - The steps normally followed in a brainstorming session are . Define the Subject, Select the Participants, Select the Venue, Select a Facilitator, Planning of Ideas Generation Phase, Ideas Generation Techniques, Ideas Generation and Recording, Incubation, Clarification of Ideas, Convergence and Final Selection.Need for a computer assisted Brainstorming tool - Brainstorming has proven to be an effective technique for generation of creative ideas through out-of-the-box thinking. However, management of a Brainstorming session can be quite cumbersome.

Solutions -GENIE is a unique, state-of-the-art tool that provides support for Creative Brainstorming by providing tools to help:

1. Systematically record all ideas
2. Evaluate for relevance
3. Make a preliminary selection
4. Filter and Prioritize

lt supports Simple and Structured Brainstorming sessions, Affinity Diagrams, Idea Selection through Multivoting, Multi Criteria Voting, Group Ranking (nominal group ranking), and Force Field Analysis.