Meaning of the word "out of the box thinking" in English

What does "out of the box thinking" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

out of the box thinking

US /aʊt əv ðə bɑks ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/
UK /aʊt əv ðə bɒks ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

Idiom

thinking differently, unconventionally, or from a new perspective

Example:
We need some out of the box thinking to solve this complex problem.
Her ability for out of the box thinking made her a valuable asset to the team.