Open Space

Technology

When To Use It?

the topic of the meeting involves a real business issue

the participants really care about

that issue

the issue has so much complexity that no single

person or small group can fully understand it

the issue requires highly diverse skills

and people for a successful resolution

the participants have genuine passion about the issue; which can often include conflict

the issue requires

immediate action

How Does It Work?

Participants sit in a large circle

Participants propose topics for discussion

However, if you suggest a topic, it is preferable that you are passionate enough

to facilitate discussion about it

Locations are determined for

each topic

Participants are free to roam the locations

A discussion is facilitated at each location

by a facilitator

The facilitators sum up their

respective discussions

Four Principles

Whoever comes is the right people.Whatever happens is the only thing that could have.

Whenever it starts is the right time.When it’s over, it’s over.

Law Of Two Feet

If at any time you find yourself in any situation where you are neither

learning nor contributing, use your two feet.