Inception Activities

The Data Mesh Platform principles activity helps the team collectively define and write down the Data Mesh Platform principles they want to follow. It fosters an upfront and democratic conversation about the needs and constraints for the  Data Mesh Platform. What are...

Some engagements start with a few assessment interviews. Sometimes, I will schedule all the assessment interviews. It is a lot of work to (1) decide who to interview and (2) align everyone agenda. Therefore, many times, I will facilitate a simple activity so a group...

The Power vs. Interest Matrix helps you identify and map the key influencers related to a topic. On it you will be able to define the level of power and interest of each stakeholder. It is an essential tool to help you decide the best approach on how to interact with...

The Product Market Innovation Matrix assists in the understanding of the different projects or initiatives across an organization´s innovation portfolio. Step by step: List all the projects, initiatives, or ideas into cards Rate each card independently and place it in...

The RWW -- Real, Win, Worth -- activity helps a group of people evaluate the feasibility of individual projects or initiatives. It fosters a detailed conversation about the product or initiative potential. Great organisations, such as General Electric and 3M, have...

How do you facilitate a meeting, an activity or a workshop session? Should it be one large group with everyone talking? Start with an individual brainstorming? Work in smaller groups? You should consider many options for deciding the group formation and communication...