Problem Solving is an Art, not a Science. Effective planning commissioners are problem solvers. There are many strictures on how to conduct a planning commission meeting.

Is problem solving an art or science?

In fact, it's both a science and an art. The science of problem solving lies in doing the research that's needed in order to get to the root of the problem. Although most problems show up at the customer or employee level, that's seldom where the real problem lies.

How does art relate to problem solving?

The study showed that children from the Learning Through Art program demonstrated stronger problem solving skills in three out of six areas including “flexibility, resource recognition, and connection of ends and aims”. They found that problem solving was incorporated into the students' daily art lessons.