Hi Paul,
It is impossible to 'invent' anything in this universe,one can only discover or rediscover.
Inverse Brainstorming is not another 'unnecessary'term,and is not in conflict with the wonderful tool called 'Brainstorming'.
No one is telling you that you have been doing it wrong by using it in
FMEA.On the contrary,I am asking you to try the wonderful tool of
I.B.and then decide to reject or accept it.Fair enough?!
I can understand that it is normal psycology to follow what you have been following for a long time,and the mind refuses to entertain any new entrant.But you will not be able to see green through a red goggle.Hence,you have to change your perspective,to understand others point of view.
I am not disagreeing with your stand,you are absolutely right by your lights.Still I feel,it is useful to explore this beautiful world,by unfolding a galaxy of new ideas.
Bon Voyage
Umang