Framework for Ideation Workshop
Updated January 29, 2025
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- Introduction Warm-Up Activity (15-20 mins)
- Welcome and introductions.
- Ice-breaker exercises to stimulate creative thinking
- Overview of workshop objectives and agenda / Set the tone for collaboration
- Problem Definition (30-45 mins)
- Clearly define the problem or challenge
- Discuss user needs and pain points

Image: Getting input from all participants
- Brainstorming Session (60-90 mins)
- Generate as many ideas as possible
- Use techniques like mind mapping, SCAMPER, or brainwriting
- Grouping and Prioritizing Ideas (30-45 mins)
- Categorize and group similar ideas
- Prioritize ideas based on feasibility and impact
- Concept Development (60-90 mins)
- Develop selected ideas into more detailed concepts
- Create sketches or rough prototypes
- Presentation and Feedback (45-60 mins)
- Present concepts to the group
- Gather feedback and suggestions for improvement
- Wrap-Up and Next Steps (30-45 mins)
- Summarize key outcomes and decisions
- Outline next steps and action items