Tool 10

Structured walkthroughs

What the tool is

When you have an idea of how to resolve an issue and want insights from others, the structured walkthrough can be helpful. In a highly structured way, an audience of interested parties can offer you critical and constructive feedback on your own thinking for you to take away and consider, with no pressure to implement the group’s ideas.

The structured walkthrough originated in the IT industry.

When to use it

  • When you have a partly developed solution to a problem.
  • When you need constructive criticism to take an idea further.
  • When you feel you can benefit from the collective wisdom of others.

What you will need

  • Comfortable seating for the participants.
  • An area in which the presenter can ...

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