Idea networks

Address wicked problems

Pursue audacious goals

Weave diverse thinking into a network of ideas

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Breakthrough thinking

Address complex challenges by listening to the diverse perspectives of multiple people to drive effective actions. An Idea Network is a 21st century way to listen to many individuals, integrate multiple and diverse ideas and then, using network science, map the collective wisdom to clarify what must be done. You need to engage the best thinking of people to address a complex challenge. 

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How have idea networks been used?

  • Designing healthcare strategy
  • Designing business strategy
  • More effective offsite meetings
  • Engaging employees to ensure post-merger success
  • Outcome focused technology design
  • Setting community priorities
  • and in many more applications 
  • AS WELL AS ... now imagine your complex challenge.here

 

An idea network (aka group concept mapping) is a 21st century for thinking together.

Time for a new way

New way: An Idea Network is a 21st century process using network science to weave diverse ideas from many people into a network of ideas to understand, innovate and act.


Old way:  Survey questionnaires tell you what you asked NOT what people want to and need to tell you. Group processes strive for consensus; everyone agrees but no one feels passionate.