⚡ RapidKnowHow in 1-Minute – Glossary

This glossary defines the core terms used in the RapidKnowHow 1-Minute System to ensure fast understanding and consistent use across business, strategy, and leadership contexts.

Core Terms

1-Minute System

A method to move from problem → solution in under one minute of structured thinking using six clear steps.

6-Step Process

The foundation of RapidKnowHow: Problem → Observe → Root Causes → 80/20 Lever → Action Plan → Result.

Problem

The starting point—identify the single most urgent challenge or obstacle preventing progress.

Observe

Map the situation objectively. Go see what’s happening. Gather facts, not opinions.

Root Causes

Identify underlying reasons for the issue using the “5 Whys” method to avoid surface fixes.

80/20 Lever

Focus on the 20% of actions that create 80% of results. The key leverage point to shift outcomes rapidly.

Action Plan

Convert insight into clear steps, responsibilities, and timing. Keep it executable within days.

Result

Visible, measurable improvement achieved through decisive action. The validation of your learning cycle.

Strategic Categories

Business Case

A structured example demonstrating how the RapidKnowHow process is applied in an organization to resolve operational or strategic problems.

Strategy

Aligning long-term direction with decisive actions. The use of the 1-Minute Tool ensures clarity before planning execution.

Operations

Improving daily business performance by identifying inefficiencies and applying the 6-Step Process to remove friction quickly.

Marketing

Creating clarity in brand, communication, and conversion. Each case shows the link between insight and measurable result.

Sales

Turning pipeline bottlenecks into growth opportunities by using 1-Minute diagnosis and actionable levers.

Methodology Concepts

RapidKnowHow

The overall system combining speed, simplicity, and structure to achieve sustainable results using AI-supported insight tools.

1-Minute Insight

A fast, visual, structured reflection turning a complex issue into a solvable step sequence.

Go-See (Genchi Genbutsu)

Direct observation of the real process or situation to understand facts first-hand, borrowed from lean thinking.

5 Whys

A simple but powerful root cause analysis tool—ask “why?” five times until the fundamental cause appears.

80/20 Principle (Pareto)

Named after economist Vilfredo Pareto; the concept that 80% of outcomes result from 20% of causes. Used to prioritize impact actions.

Action Leverage

The process of selecting the smallest, highest-impact change that can unlock the biggest result.

Rapid Result

A measurable output achieved within a short timeframe (typically days to weeks) after applying the method.

Usage

Use the glossary as a shared reference when training teams or licensees on RapidKnowHow methodology. Each definition links back to the philosophy of clarity → focus → execution.

⚡ RapidKnowHow in 1-Minute – Abbreviation Glossary

This glossary explains the abbreviations and short forms used throughout the RapidKnowHow 1‑Minute System to support quick understanding and consistent application.

Abbreviations A–Z

Abbreviation	Full Term	Explanation / Use in RapidKnowHow
AI	Artificial Intelligence	Used to automate data analysis, generate insights, and accelerate decision-making within RapidKnowHow tools.
BAU	Business As Usual	The normal mode of operation; contrasted with change or transformation projects driven by RapidKnowHow.
B2B	Business-to-Business	Refers to interactions or sales between two companies; most RapidKnowHow use cases operate in B2B environments.
CEO	Chief Executive Officer	Top executive responsible for business results; a key target user of RapidKnowHow strategy tools.
CFO	Chief Financial Officer	Responsible for financial control and ROICE metrics; often evaluates ROI of RapidKnowHow initiatives.
COGS	Cost of Goods Sold	Direct production cost metric. Often used in business cases to evaluate operational improvement impact.
CSR	Corporate Social Responsibility	Framework for sustainable and ethical behavior integrated into RapidKnowHow’s ESG logic.
CTA	Call to Action	The closing section encouraging immediate user engagement — e.g., start the 6-Step Process now.
DSO	Days Sales Outstanding	Receivables measure; a lever in cashflow optimization cases.
EBIT	Earnings Before Interest and Taxes	Profitability measure used in many RapidKnowHow financial results.
EEAT	Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trust	Google content quality principle; applied in marketing optimization cases.
ESG	Environmental, Social, Governance	Sustainability performance framework embedded in RapidKnowHow for responsible growth.
GRR	Gross Revenue Retention	Measures revenue retained from existing customers; key in sales renewal cases.
ICP	Ideal Customer Profile	Target segmentation concept used in strategy and sales optimization flows.
IMO	Integration Management Office	Function leading M&A integration; featured in synergy realization cases.
IT	Information Technology	Infrastructure backbone enabling automation and analytics within RapidKnowHow tools.
KPI	Key Performance Indicator	Quantitative metric used to measure results of the 6‑Step Action Plan.
M&A	Mergers and Acquisitions	Strategic growth area where the 6‑Step Process helps identify and capture synergy levers.
MEDDICC	Metrics, Economic buyer, Decision criteria, Decision process, Identify pain, Champion, Competition	Sales qualification framework referenced in advanced sales cases.
MQL	Marketing Qualified Lead	Lead classification metric used to align marketing and sales in B2B systems.
OKR	Objectives and Key Results	Goal-setting system ensuring strategic focus and alignment within organizations.
OMTM	One Metric That Matters	Singular focus metric guiding execution and prioritization within the RapidKnowHow framework.
PPAP	Production Part Approval Process	Quality control procedure referenced in manufacturing improvement cases.
PR	Public Relations	Communication discipline used in crisis and brand reputation cases.
QA	Quality Assurance	Systematic prevention of defects; core operational focus in several 6‑Step examples.
QoQ	Quarter over Quarter	Growth comparison metric used in business and finance cases.
ROI	Return on Investment	Financial ratio measuring efficiency of an action or project.
ROICE	Return on Innovation, Convenience & Efficiency	Proprietary RapidKnowHow metric combining innovation, user benefit, and efficiency gains.
RMA	Return Merchandise Authorization	Indicator for quality or service issues in product-based operations cases.
S&OP	Sales and Operations Planning	Alignment process balancing supply and demand; central to operations improvement flows.
SaaS	Software as a Service	Digital business model applied in RapidKnowHow’s BaaS (Business as a Service) strategy.
SEO	Search Engine Optimization	Marketing discipline improving web visibility; often optimized in 6‑Step marketing cases.
SLA	Service Level Agreement	Formal service performance commitment; improved in supply chain and support examples.
SQL	Sales Qualified Lead	Lead type ready for sales engagement; outcome of optimized marketing funnel cases.
TMS	Transport Management System	Software used for logistics optimization; featured in operations cases.
TTP	Time to Productivity	Speed at which new employees become fully productive; improved through onboarding optimization.
UX	User Experience	The perceived ease, usefulness, and clarity in interacting with a system or process.
VMI	Vendor Managed Inventory	Inventory replenishment method used in supply chain improvement cases.
YoY	Year over Year	Annual growth comparison metric used in performance tracking.