# problem-solving Workflow Rule

This rule defines the problem-solving workflow.

## Workflow Description

Apply systematic problem-solving methodologies to crack complex challenges. This workflow guides through problem diagnosis, root cause analysis, creative solution generation, evaluation, and implementation planning using proven frameworks.

## Workflow Definition

# Problem Solving Workflow Configuration
name: "problem-solving"
description: "Apply systematic problem-solving methodologies to crack complex challenges. This workflow guides through problem diagnosis, root cause analysis, creative solution generation, evaluation, and implementation planning using proven frameworks."
author: "BMad"

# Critical variables load from config_source
config_source: "{project-root}/.bmad/cis/config.yaml"
output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
date: system-generated

# Context can be provided via data attribute when invoking
# Example: data="{path}/problem-brief.md" provides context

# Module path and component files
installed_path: "{project-root}/.bmad/cis/workflows/problem-solving"
template: "{installed_path}/template.md"
instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"

# Required Data Files
solving_methods: "{installed_path}/solving-methods.csv"

# Output configuration
default_output_file: "{output_folder}/problem-solution-{{date}}.md"

standalone: true


## Usage

Reference this workflow with `@workflow-problem-solving` to execute the guided workflow.

## Module

Part of the BMAD CIS module.