SCENARIO-BASED SIMULATION
Choose solutions
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This tool can be used to test and examine selected solution ideas. Simulation means that, using a simple mock-up or other prototype, the participants simulate how tasks, workflow, and cooperation will play out if the chosen solution idea were to be implemented. This offers an opportunity to assess how this will function and to arrive at some recognitions which mean that you may make changes to the solution. The tool is most suitable for testing solutions for new or changed workflows and/or a new layout or design of premises.
Materials
15-30 min.
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Duplo figures or the like Large sheets of paper Felt-tip pens Post-its
Steps 1. Complexity
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Start by asking the participants to describe a scenario that is central to a test of the solution idea. A scenario has a start, then a series of actions, and finally a conclusion. A scenario can be based on sequence models if the participants have worked with such models earlier in the process. 2. Distribute Duplo figures to the participants. To the greatest possible extent, you should start by playing your own role. 3. Let the participants select one of the solution ideas and then ask them to start playing through a scenario where this solution has been introduced. 4. Once the scenario has been played through, the participants must evaluate, for example by pointing out good and bad aspects of the chosen solution.
14 • Tools 6 : Testing and selecting solution proposals
