Tool 63
Tortoise and hare
What the tool is
In a world of sound bites and quick wins, sometimes it is useful to step back and consider the effects of a slower approach to resolving a problem. In Tortoise and hare, more immediate, rapid solutions are contrasted with slower, longer-term approaches. The aim is to develop a range of solutions that work in the short, medium and longer term to give depth to a solution.
When to use it
- For planning – whether strategic or operational.
- For organisational design.
What you will need
- Two flipcharts and marker pens.
How to use it
- Divide a group into two teams. One team is the hares, the other the tortoises. Each team works independently of the other to discuss solutions to the same business problem. ...
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