Boot up
Lay the foundation for innovation success.
Introduction phase Start up
Before starting an innovation experiment, it is important to assess whether the topic is suitable for innovation and whether all requirements are in order. In this phase we focus on the problem or challenge, not on the possible solution. After this phase we have a clear assignment description with a dedicated client.
Main question: Is there something with potential for innovation?
We will answer this question by using a checklist.
Questions to answer (checklist):
- Is there a user with a problem in mind?
- Does the solution to that problem contribute to the strategic goals of the organization?
- Is there a client or sponsor for the experiment?
- Has a multidisciplinary team been put together or in mind, with sufficient time for the experiment?
- Is there a clearly defined assignment?
- Have agreements been made about what will and will not be done in the experiment?
- Are the roles and responsibilities in the team and with the client clearly defined?
- Have agreements been made about stakeholder management?
- Is there potential for this innovation?
Goal
The foundation of the innovation project is laid in the start-up phase. You know what the problem or challenge is and there are sufficient starting points to work on it further and there is a client. Form the team to start the innovation project, look at the issue from various points of view and take smart basic steps. The team and all preconditions are mapped, the project is viewed from different points of view and a clear assignment is organized for the client.
The purpose of this phase is to answer the question of whether there is potential for innovation and to organize the team around it. This may not be the case. That's fine.
What happens in this phase?
Several important activities take place in this phase. First of all, a thorough analysis is carried out to get a clear picture of the situation. Concrete objectives are then set to provide direction for the work. A detailed plan is then drawn up describing all steps and resources required. In addition, we work closely with all parties involved to ensure that everyone is informed and that there is good communication. Finally, evaluation methods are developed to measure progress and make any adjustments. In short, a lot is done in this phase to ensure that the project is successful.
Tips
- Give the experiment a name that does not reflect the solution.
- Make sure there are stakeholders in the team, including at least one service employee.
- Give the final recipient (where the idea will be managed) an active and creative role, for example as a team member.
- Organize weekly update meetings.
- Provide your own Teams channel and work environment.
- Assign team members clear and appropriate roles, such as an administrator who maintains the work deck with the canvases.
Canvases
The following canvases can be used to answer the checklist questions.