problem recognition

noun
UK /ˈprɒbləm ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃən/
US /ˈprɑːbləm ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃən/

Noticing that something is wrong or needs to be fixed.

Problem recognition came quickly when the team saw the machine was broken.

SYNONYMS

issue identificationfault detectiontrouble spottingerror awareness

RELATED WORDS

diagnosisassessmentevaluationanalysis

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The first step in solving a difficulty, where you realize a difficulty exists.

Good problem recognition helps you fix things before they get worse.

3. In business, the moment a customer realizes they need something.

The ad aims to create problem recognition in the buyer's mind.

4. The ability to see that a situation is not right.

Her problem recognition saved the project from failing.