Claims Control vs Working Relationships
Separate operational problem-solving from formal claims processes using parallel tracks and pre-agreed escalation procedures.
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Business Context
Owners and contractors need disciplined claims processes to protect contractual and financial interests. However, highly adversarial claims management can damage cooperation, reduce information sharing, delay decisions, and encourage parties to protect contractual positions rather than solve project problems.
Real Estate & Construction TRIZ Resolution
Commercial entitlement and operational problem solving should be separated. Teams can continue resolving field issues while contractual rights, records, and financial consequences are evaluated through parallel processes. Early issue identification and defined escalation mechanisms can prevent routine disagreements from becoming adversarial disputes.
Applicable TRIZ Principles
Principle 1 – Segmentation separates operational resolution from commercial entitlement assessment.
Principle 10 – Prior Action defines claims and escalation procedures before disputes occur.
Principle 24 – Intermediary uses structured review or neutral mechanisms when direct resolution becomes difficult.
Expected Outcome
Stronger claims control
Preserved working relationships
Faster operational decisions
Reduced dispute escalation
Decision Indicators
Early indicators include:
Field decisions are delayed while commercial responsibility is debated.
Routine issues immediately become formal claims.
Teams withhold information to protect contractual positions.
Claims discussions dominate operational meetings.
Commercial disagreements interfere with technical problem solving.