We have run two Ideas Blitz pilot programs with a major freight company and an international hotel in recent months.
Whilst the numbers are small in our pre & post surveys we have found noticeable improvements in the statements:
– We are very time-efficient in our group work.
– We make decisions quickly.
– We innovate across our business
– We consider a range of different perspectives before making a decision.
– We are good at sharing new ideas & solutions across the business.
– When we come together as a group everyone contributes equally.
– People from different levels and roles regularly share ideas.
In addition, time spent in meetings declined.
In terms of qualitative feedback from a focus group of Blitzers;
-Managers and team leaders found it a useful tool that they will continue to use with their team.
-They loved the idea that it was for 15 to 20 minutes only rather than the usual 1 hour meeting.
– The Ideas Blitz tool was a powerful way to energise your team & ensure that everyone contributes
– With Blitz there is a cross pollination of people and ideas.
– You can generate lots of ideas & solutions quickly.
And lastly a few quotes:
‘Ideas Blitz is another tool in your back-pocket which can help you to generate ideas & solutions quickly and engage your team.’
HR Manager
‘I love Blitz because there is a time-limit of 15 to 20 minutes, it forces you to be quick & decisive.’
Department Manager.
Again it is early days but the Ideas Blitz tool is proving a creative, energising and productive tool for groups and teams.