--- title: AI assistant for problem discovery description: "## Why this feature is needed Teams often start with an idea, observation, or situation, but the underlying [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) is not yet clearly defined. Without a clear [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement, it is harder to evaluate relevance, compare ideas, and decide what…" url: "https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/knowledge/ai-assistant-for-problem-discovery/" updated: "2026-04-14" category: AI Tools / Problem Discovery --- # AI assistant for problem discovery ## Why this feature is needed Teams often start with an idea, observation, or situation, but the underlying [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) is not yet clearly defined. Without a clear [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement, it is harder to evaluate relevance, compare ideas, and decide what should move forward. The [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) discovery assistant helps users turn loose input into a structured [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) definition. This creates a better starting point for idea development, evaluation, and project decisions. ## What this feature is The [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) discovery assistant is an AI supported feature in [Accept Mission](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/accept-mission/) that helps users explore and define a [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) based on a topic they enter. The topic can be an idea, a challenge, or a situation that needs further clarification. The assistant asks follow-up questions to gather more context and identify the reasons behind the issue. When enough information has been collected, it generates a [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement that can be used to support further innovation work. This feature supports early-stage idea development by improving [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) clarity before teams continue with scoring, validation, or project transition. ## Access level [Power User](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/power-user/) You need access to the AI assistant area in the Innovation Studio before you can use this feature. ## Navigation path Navigation path: Innovation Studio → Labs → [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) discovery ## How to use this feature The assistant works as a guided conversation. You start with a topic, and the assistant asks questions to better understand the context, symptoms, and possible causes. The quality of the result depends on how specific your input is. Longer and more concrete answers usually produce a better [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement. Vague answers can lead to a generic outcome. ### Step by step instructions 1. Open **Innovation Studio**. 2. Go to **Tools**. 3. Select **AI tools**. 4. Open **[Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) discovery**. 5. Enter the topic you want to explore. This can be an idea, a [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/), or a situation. 6. Answer the assistant’s follow-up questions in as much detail as possible. 7. Continue the conversation until the assistant has enough context. 8. Review the generated **[Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement**. 9. Save the result and use it to update the related idea or project if needed. ![image](http://www.acceptmission.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/image-56.png) image ## Tips for better results - Give detailed answers instead of short replies. - Be specific about scale, impact, numbers, or percentages where possible. - Look beyond the visible issue and describe the deeper reason behind the [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/). - Use the final [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement as input for idea refinement, scoring, or next-step decisions. ## Configuration and adjustments This feature is accessed from **Innovation Studio → Labs → [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) discovery**. The assistant behavior is based on the information the user provides during the conversation. To improve output quality, encourage users to enter concrete context and complete answers. The generated [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement should still be reviewed by the user before it is used in an idea or project record. ## Practical example – Innovationlands Innovationlands wants to improve the guest experience at one of its busiest parks. A team member starts with the topic: long waiting times at food outlets during peak afternoon hours. The [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) discovery assistant asks follow-up questions about queue lengths, guest complaints, staffing levels, purchase patterns, and the impact on guest satisfaction. Based on these answers, the assistant creates a [Problem](https://www.acceptmission.com/fr/encyclopedia/problem/) statement describing that peak-time food service delays are reducing guest satisfaction and limiting revenue during high traffic periods. The Innovationlands team saves this result and adds it to the related idea in the funnel. This gives reviewers a clearer basis for scoring impact, urgency, and feasibility before deciding whether the idea should move into validation or become part of a project.