I am trying to find 8 journal quality research papers on the topic of-
"pros and cons of the various problem solving techniques and
developments as a result of technology"

Perhaps you got no answer because there are so many kinds of problems
to be solved. Usually best is a real expert in the fields related to
the problem. The con is: these cost $100 and up, plus expences. In
fields such as abductions by extra terrestials, zero point energy,
marriage infidelity, terrot cards, and cold fusion, the best experts
may prove to be worthless (or worse) in solving your problem.
 In my opinion, the internet is seriously over-rated. The internet can
confirm what you think you already know, even if you are dead wrong.
If you are truly impartial, the internet provides too many solutions,
most of them inferior solutions or worse. Answers.google experts
usually give good answers because most of them have vast experience in
real problems.   Neil