Continuous Improvement of Quality 467
that contribute to the problem on hand and nd possible ways of solving it�
A certain set of conventions is usually adopted in those sessions to maximize
the information generated:
• A facilitator, who is not part of the team, acts as a moderator and
helps the team keep their focus on the goals�
• All ideas generated are recorded on a C&E diagram� No idea is
rejected at the initial stages of idea generation, because negative
reaction to suggestions might stymie creativity�
• The facilitator goes around the table for ideas, giving each member
an opportunity to make his or her contributions� This avoids domi-
nation of the sessions by a few aggressive individuals, and helps the
backbenchers ...