To do this, it will be important to become familiar with the range of data sources that are available. Hopefully you will learn to use many of these effectively this semester. It is also critical to develop judgements of the relative quality of each source. You need to know how to use the net intelligently by combining information off the web with other sources that complement its strengths and weaknesses. Above all, you must convert the data you find to meaningful information through thoughtful analysis.
Creative problem solving is fundamental to the leadership role of patcher .
You must think beyond the most obvious or readily available solution by looking for subtle patterns and examining underlying assumptions. This often reveals causes that underlie a series of symptoms observed across multiple business functions or units. Deep thinking is exhibited when you explore several possible approaches to resolving these underlying causes. This represents the shift from information to knowledge because you have combined information with personal judgement. Persuasive communication is the basis for the leadership role of synthesizer .