Re: And your solution will be?
This sounds all too familiar! I’ve been in similar situations and can’t say that I’ve always been successful in creating buy-in for a solution that I believe in.
However, a logical first step is to formulate a well-documented case for what it is that you are recommending. A good way to go about doing this is to submit case documentation containing your value proposition along with a Call-for-Comments to your boss or someone who is in a position of authority. He/she can then circulate the call to the rest of your colleagues.
The formalism will show your boss that you are serious and genuine in your intentions and it’s not just bare wordplay to create surface level credibility. Also, your request is more likely to greet honest responses from people who might be willing to help. The documentation often acts like a screening mechanism… people who’re not interested in the initiative won’t even bother going through the whole thing and might not respond. If they do without studying your case and call, you’ll also be able to know that right away by their responses… and it will help you make a better decision as to who you want to be on your team and who you don’t.