Open Space Technology
Open Space Technology (OST) is an event format used in meetings of 5 to 2,000 people, invented by Harrison Owen in 1985. Participants create the agenda for themselves and facilitators lead and record the resulting discussions.
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What You'll Achieve with the Open Space Technology Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
All relevant issues are included in the agenda.
High levels of ownership over outcomes among participants.
Comprehensive documentation of discussions and next steps.
Prioritized action plans for the most critical issues.
When to Use the Open Space Technology Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
When facing complex problems requiring diverse input from a large group.
To foster shared ownership of outcomes in an organization.
In situations where management is open to participant-driven solutions.
When urgent issues need to be addressed collaboratively.
To facilitate a common understanding among diverse stakeholders.
Team Problems the Open Space Technology Workshop Solves
Say goodbye to these common team challenges
Complex problems requiring diverse perspectives.
Lack of engagement in traditional meeting formats.
Need for immediate solutions from a large group.
Difficulty in reaching consensus among stakeholders.
Key Topics Covered in the Open Space Technology Workshop
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