Problem Solving 2025_1 – Panasonic Fresher Program

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Step into this gamified challenge, where you'll navigate 10 short scenarios designed to assess your critical thinking, decision-making, and adaptability.

You have only 1 time and 30 minutes to complete the quiz.

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What’s your next move by day’s end?

Brainstorm with key stakeholders to gather insights and pitch a quick-fix solution.

Use your experience to make changes quickly without consulting others.

Wait for more data before taking action.

Communicate concerns to your manager and request more guidance before proceeding.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

“I took charge with what I had to drive change now.”

“I brought the team together to gather insights and act fast.”

“I prioritized understanding the full picture for a lasting fix.”

“I sought clarity to align efforts with expectations.”

How do you respond?

Take charge and redefine the job requirements yourself.

Call a quick team meeting to work together on a hiring brief.

Trust the recruiter’s judgment to suggest a candidate profile.

Hire temporary staff for now while planning long-term.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

“I stepped up to fix the issue decisively and keep us moving forward.”

“I focused on what would best serve our customers in the long run.”

“I relied on collaboration or expertise to find the smartest solution.”

“I adapted quickly to address the immediate challenge.”

How do you handle this to ensure the success of the product and protect your reputation?

Dive into the software yourself, and push the team to adopt it immediately.

Assign a group of tech-savvy team members to learn the software quickly and teach the rest.

Delay the software switch until after the launch, sticking with the old system to keep the team focused.

Propose hiring a temporary expert to your manager and focus on supporting the team’s current workload.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

"I kept everyone informed about our progress to avoid bigger issues."

"I took charge to keep us on track for the launch.”

"I prioritized a smooth launch over forcing a risky change.”

"I leaned on the team’s strengths to find a solution together.”

How do you give the feedback?

Give private feedback with improvement suggestions for future presentations.

Address the issue in front of the team to ensure accountability and transparency.

Avoid giving feedback to protect the colleague’s feelings and keep the peace.

Tell your manager privately that you’re not comfortable giving feedback and suggest she handle it.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

"I helped them grow without tearing them down."

"I set a clear standard for the team to follow.”

"I made sure the right person handled it.”

"I kept the team positive and avoided tension.”

What do you do?

Pick the sales data - it’s closer to revenue even if it’s older

Use marketing’s - it’s fresher and broader despite its weaker sales link

Cross-check both and propose a blended strategy.

Delay the decision until more data comes with an review of the survey’s sample with your manager’s approval.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

“I trusted the revenue-driven source.”

“I waited to ensure accuracy and the best outcome.”

“I went with the latest insights to stay in front of the trends.”

“I integrated both for a stronger plan, risking oversimplifying nuances.”

How do you handle it?

Promise the voice feature anyway, hoping to develop it post-launch with overtime work.

Pitch a clever workaround with current tools and offer a voice upgrade later if they sign now.

Admit the voice feature isn’t ready, offer a discount on the initial order, and commit to adding it next quarter.

Showcase the fridge’s current AI as key features, convincing them the voice feature isn’t necessary.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

“I adapted with a future-focused plan to keep them.”

“I stayed honest to build trust with the client.”

“I focused on what we can deliver, not what they asked for.”

“I pitched a big idea to change their mind.”

You’ve got time for one action today – what do you do?

Delegate the follow-up of ABC to a teammate and focus on other clients with active interest.

Send ABC a standard follow-up email and wait.

Research ABC’s needs and offer a tailored follow-up plan.

Call ABC with an immediate 10% discount to regain attention.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

“I shifted effort to assured opportunities and protect our team’s deliverables.”

“I kept contact open without pressure.”

“I addressed their needs specifically with a long-term opportunity.”

“I chose a quick win to keep the client engaged while buying time.”

You need to decide what to do quickly – what’s your call?

Stick with the original plan - it’s too late to change.

Swap the product for a trending one, risking technical glitches.

Delay the launch by 8 hours to adjust, even if it frustrates the team.

Run the sale as planned, but add a small bonus (e.g., free shipping) to boost its appeal.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

“I prioritized meeting the deadline and maintaining brand consistency.”

“I chose quality over speed to protect our reputation.”

“I wanted to ensure the customer got what they’d love, even if it’s risky.”

“I aimed for a quick win that still addressed customer needs.”

Where do you start your investigation?

Talk to the logistics team about the launch shipment.

Check customer feedback from LiveSmart’s stores.

Review the marketing campaign for errors.

What do you investigate next?

Ask LiveSmart why they canceled so fast.

Analyze operations team’s response to the delay.

Survey customers on the product itself.

How do you win them back?

Offer a discount on the next order and a plan to avoid delays.

Blame customs and ask LiveSmart to share the cost burden.

Push a new marketing campaign to boost sales.

You have one hour to act before the media picks up the story.

Refund them fully and issue a public apology with a “we’re reviewing our process” statement.

Blame the delivery service, offer a private solution.

Ignore it – just one voice among millions, focus on tomorrow's big launch.

Apologize on TikTok, investigate the issue, and offer eco-friendly credits to the customer.

Which sentence best describes your decision?

“I fixed it fairly with their values in mind.”

“I took charge to protect our reputation with a quick, bold move.”

“I clarified facts to stay honest.”

“I prioritized bigger goals over a small distraction.”

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