The origins of Occam's Razor are in theology. It was named after the medieval philosopher and theologian William of Ockham, who simplified its inference into a basic concept stating that when faced with competing explanations for a phenomenon, the simplest one is more likely to be correct. 
This principle when applied across disciplines can be an invaluable tool for individuals, businesses, and organisations to make better-informed decisions that lead to efficient outcomes. 

But how do mere mortals like us use it in everyday life to make things a bit less complicated?

Let’s find out.