Opportunity Solution Tree
This skill generates a structured "Opportunity Solution Tree" to systematically identify and prioritize solutions for complex challenges, boosting strategic thinking.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add opportunity-solution-tree npx -- -y @trustedskills/opportunity-solution-tree
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"opportunity-solution-tree": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/opportunity-solution-tree"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The Opportunity Solution Tree skill helps structure problem-solving and ideation. It facilitates breaking down a broad opportunity into smaller, more manageable problems, then generating potential solutions for each identified problem. The resulting tree visually maps the relationship between opportunities, problems, and solutions, promoting clarity and strategic thinking.
When to use it
- Brainstorming new product features: Use it to systematically explore how to address user needs or market gaps.
- Addressing a complex business challenge: Deconstruct a large issue into smaller, solvable components.
- Evaluating potential solutions: Visually map out the pros and cons of different approaches to an opportunity.
- Prioritizing initiatives: Understand dependencies and impact by visualizing how solutions address underlying problems.
Key capabilities
- Opportunity decomposition
- Problem identification
- Solution generation
- Visual tree mapping
- Relationship visualization
Example prompts
- "Create an Opportunity Solution Tree for improving customer onboarding."
- "Generate a tree to explore solutions for declining user engagement on our app."
- “I want to increase revenue. Build an opportunity solution tree exploring potential avenues.”
Tips & gotchas
The skill works best when provided with a clear initial opportunity statement. Be prepared to iterate and refine the tree as new information emerges or priorities shift.
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