Impact Effort matrix
What is an impact effort matrix or priority matrix? An impact and effort matrix, also known as an Eisenhower matrix or a priority matrix, is a prioritization tool that allows individuals to order actions or projects according to their potential impact and the effort required to achieve them. The impact and effort matrix is composed […]
Problem Tree
What is a problem tree? A problem tree is a problem-solving tool that allows you to identify and classify the causes and consequences of a problem. To do this, the problem tree is illustrated in three parts: The trunk (which is the central subject) The roots (which gather the causes) The branches (which gather the […]
The Squid
What is a SQUID? SQUID stands for Sequential Question and Insight Diagram. This brainstorming tool allows a team to deep-dive on a subject and to develop new ideas by alternating between questions and answers. The SQUID is illustrated as such: A central topic A series of questions A series of answers To set up a […]
Plane map
What is a plane map brainstorming model? A plane map is a brainstorming tool that aims to define objectives for either an individual or a team. To do so, the board highlights different factors that, once considered, lead to the definition of the objective. These factors are: Were we come from? What gives us the […]
Blind side
What is a Blind Side brainstorming board? A Blind Side is a brainstorming tool that aims to identify information that is unknown within a group and find relevant solutions. This tool highlights what is known about a topic and, following team reflection, will progressively link them with the unknown/unused elements of the topic. By visualizing […]
ROAM Board
What is the ROAM model? ROAM, an acronym for Risk, Opportunity, Action, and Monitor, is a model used to identify, assess, and manage risks related to a project. It has been popularized by the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) as an exercise included during PI Planning to help organizations and teams make more informed decisions and […]
Speed Boat
What is a Speed boat session? The speed boat method was invented in 2006 by Luke Hohmann to study a project using agile practices. This Agile exercise highlights the strengths, constraints, obstacles and objectives of a project. A Speed boat illustration is sectioned into various elements that drive/constrain the boat toward its final objective. The […]