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HDI Service & Support World
April 25-29, 2027
Caesars PalaceLas Vegas, NV

Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving Bootcamp

Solve Problems Faster. Resolve Issues with Confidence.

The Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving Bootcamp equips IT professionals with practical techniques for diagnosing complex issues, identifying root causes, and resolving problems more efficiently. Through hands-on exercises and proven methodologies, you'll develop a structured troubleshooting process you can apply to real-world support challenges from day one.

  • ⏱️ 2 Days

  • 📅 April 26-27, 2027

  • 🏅 Certification Included

  • 💲$2,099

Key Takeaways from the Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving Bootcamp

  • Trouble shooting strategies and techniques that work
  • Structured problem-solving approach that works with all service management methodologies
  • Techniques for performing root cause analysis
  • Introduces various methodologies for problem-solving approaches and when/why it’s best to use one approach over another
  • Explores a variety of techniques that can be used when troubleshooting or problem-solving, including how, when, and why to use them
  • Hands-on application throughout the course, where participants are applying the new technique or approach to a scenario or example

Who Should Attend

  • Support Center, Service Desk, Technical Support Analysts, Technicians, Desktop staff who want to focus on problem solving and trouble shooting skills to enhance and improve performance.
  • This is the next course for any HDI student who has taken CSR, SCA, and/or DAST.

Course Includes

Instruction, and online certification exam.

Develop a Structured Approach to Solving Complex Problems


Unit 1: Problem-Solving Skills

  • Overview
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Your Problem-Solving Approach
  • Identify Obstacles
  • Tips for Improving Problem-Solving Skills

Unit 2: The Art of Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting
  • Steps for Effective Troubleshooting
    Questioning Skills
    The Five W's & H Technique
  • Troubleshooting Challenges
    A Team Approach to Troubleshooting

Unit 3: Using a Structured Problem-Solving Approach

  • From Troubleshooting to Structured Problem-Solving
  • Introduction to Structured Problem-Solving
  • The Phases of a Structured Problem-Solving Approach
  • Avoid Common Pitfalls

Unit 4: Getting to the Root of the Problem

  • Getting to the Root of the Problem
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Problem-Solving Techniques
    Brainstorming
    Five Why
    Ishikawa "Fishbone" Diagram
    Affinity Diagram
    Pareto Analysis
    Flow Charts

Unit 5: Problem-Solving Methods

  • The Difference Between an Approach, Technique, and Method
  • Problem-Solving Methods
    Appreciative Inquiry
    Chronological Analysis
    CATWOE
    The Kepner-Tregoe Method