Hackathon Canvas

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What is a Hackathon Canvas?

A Hackathon Canvas is a visual and strategic planning tool designed to help organise a successful hackathon event.

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Hackathons are a popular way for people to network, learn new skills, and collaborate on innovative projects. They have been used to create new products, solve real-world problems, and even launch new companies.

They require careful planning to ensure that the event runs smoothly and achieves its goals.

Why Use a Hackathon Canvas?

A Hackathon Canvas can help take the effort out of organising a hackathon by helping to –

  • Break down complex problems into smaller, more manageable ones.
  • Provide a visual representation of the key components.
  • Provide a common language that can be used by all stakeholders.
  • Define the goals and objectives of the hackathon and ensure that everyone is working towards a common goal.
  • Identify the resources required to run the hackathon.

Who Needs a Hackathon Canvas?

  • Hackathon Event organizers
  • Innovation Managers
  • Start Up Consultants
  • Accelerators and Incubators
  • Internal think tanks
  • Judges, Sponsors and Mentors
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Tips for Effective Hackathon Planning
  • Start by defining the goals of the hackathon.
  • Engage a diverse group to help plan the hackathon. This will offer a range of skills and perspectives.
  • Use technology to involve critical people in different locations rather than miss their contribution.
  • Minimize groupthink by brainstorming ideas individually then combining issues to get the overall picture.
  • Provide adequate time in the session to discuss and clarify ideas.
  • Ensure all actions are assigned to someone with an agreed deadline.
  • Communicate outcomes to stakeholders and regularly update progress on actions.
References
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How to Use a Hackathon Canvas

Ensure all stakeholders involved in the planning process have access to the Canvas. Using an online collaborative tool such as GroupMap allows those stakeholders to engage both in person and remotely. It can also allow for the group to share their input either synchronously or asynchronously depending on their availability.

It is best to start by defining the Hackathon Goals then moving to the section the group agrees to be the next most important.

Once all ideas are captured, actions can be defined that shape the agreed steps to the delivery of the hackathon itself.

Brainstorm

Add ideas to each section of the Canvas.

Action

Add action items to deliver the plan.

Share

Share and communicate the plan.

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Startup Canvas

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What is a Startup Canvas?

A Startup Canvas is a one-page strategic planning tool used to help entrepreneurs define, realize and communicate their business model on a single page. 

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This is a variation of the Business Model Canvas by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur. The Start Up Canvas was created by Maurya Ash, a notable start up adviser who varied the original model to be more focused on a new business.

Since then, more variations have been created. The one shown here includes a broad set of aspects for a start up including value, user acquisition and channels to market.

Why Use a Startup Canvas?

  • Defines your business model. You can see how the elements fit together and how one affects the other.
  • Improves focus and priorities. By honing in on the areas a start-up business needs most, you can be smarter with time and money.
  • Can identify gaps and opportunities. Working through each element challenges assumptions and can also spark new ideas.
  • It acts as a communication tool. A ‘one pager’ helps you communicate the vision to the team and investors.
  • Allows for easy iteration and refinement. You can easily change or update your canvas as you learn more or gain clarity.

Who Should Use Startup Canvas?

  • Start up teams
  • Entrepreneurs and start up founders
  • Business Consultants
  • Start up coaches and advisors
  • Investors
  • Educations in entrepreneurship and design thinking

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Tips for Effective Startup Canvas

  • Focus on the problem first. Having a clear definition of the problem goes a long way to making sure the solution in mind fits. Hit the nail with the hammer, not the other way round.
  • Ensure that the solution is unique, but also has value. It’s great to be one of a kind, as long as it also solves the problem.
  • Iteration is key. It would be a miracle if the first cut of the start up canvas stays the same. As lessons are learned, and assumptions are validated, the canvas should evolve and change as needed.
  • Work with the team and invite others. It will help give new perspectives, critical thinking and opportunity for feedback.
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How to Use a Startup Canvas

It all starts with your new business idea. You can start with a proposed name.

The criticl thing to define is the customer’s problem. From there, you can refine any solution/s you have in mind.

Identifying competitors helps develop an understanding of the current market landscape. Then list all the ways your solution brings value to solving the problem. Capture what you know to date and how you will create a minimum viable product. 

Next, define your ideal customers and how you attract them to your business. This step is crucial in knowing how you might market and position your product. 

Finally, decide on who you need in your team to accomplish the goals you have for your company and create the vision for your startup.

Brainstorm

Start with the problem statement.

Group

Group similar ideas into one.

Vote

For areas that need further discussion or research

Results

See where people have voted.

Action Plan

Create a plan to validate assumptions, learn and iterate.

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4P Marketing Mix

What is the 4P Marketing Mix?

The 4P Marketing Mix is a popular framework used by marketers to define and develop marketing strategies. The 4P’s stand for Product, Price, Place, and Promotion, which are the four key elements that make up a successful marketing mix.

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If offers an order that is simple to follow.

The first step is to define the product or service that you want to market. Next, determine the pricing strategy for the product. Then plan the promotion strategy for the product. Finally, identify the best channels for distributing and selling the product.

Why Use the 4P Marketing Mix?

  • It offers a comprehensive approach to planning as businesses can create a complete plan by considering all four elements.

  • By considering the needs and wants of customers, businesses can design a product or service that fits their demands and is priced, promoted, and distributed in an easy and accessible way.

  • Businesses can change the template to meet their needs and goals.

  • Tracking the effectiveness of the strategy lets businesses make data-driven decisions and tweak their approach.

Who Needs the 4P Marketing Mix?

Any business or organization that wants to develop and implement an effective marketing strategy would benefit from this approach. Small enterprises, large corporations, start-ups, and non-profit organizations are some examples of those that could benefit from using the 4P Marketing Mix.

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Tips in Using the 4P Marketing Mix Effectively

  • Conduct market research before using this template to identify the needs and preferences of your target audience.
  • Remember that the four elements of the 4P Marketing Mix are interdependent.
  • Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of your marketing strategy, using metrics such as sales, customer feedback, and market share.
  • Keep the needs and preferences of your target audience at the forefront of your marketing strategy.
  • Ensure that your marketing activities are aligned with your business goals and are designed to support your business growth.
  • Customize the elements of the framework to suit the needs of your specific business, industry, and target audience.

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How to Run a 4P Marketing Mix

Start by defining the product or service you will be marketing.

Then collaborate to determine the pricing model that will best meet the needs of the business and its target audience, Then discuss the most effective promotion channels and strategies.

After that, collaborate to find the most effective strategy to get the product into the hands of the target demographic. Lastly, put the marketing strategy into action and use metrics to measure how well it worked.

Brainstorm

Brainstorm for each section

Vote

Vote on the ideas to take forward

Results

Discuss and share results with stakeholders

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Corrective Action Plan

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What is a Corrective Action Plan?

A Corrective Action Plan is a systematic approach to addressing problems or issues that have been identified in a process, system, or project.

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Why Use a Corrective Action Plan?

A Corrective Action Plan can be used when there is a need to address and improve an issue in the workplace. It could be the quality of a product or service, customer satisfaction, or the overall efficiency and effectiveness of a process or system.

It helps your organizations identify and address problems early on, before they become larger issues that can negatively impact the organization’s reputation, financial performance, and overall success.

Who Should Run One?

Anyone who is involved in a process or system can benefit from a corrective action plan. This includes

  • Individuals and teams responsible for quality control, risk management, and Six Sigma.
  • Project managers
  • Change agents and leaders
  • Team leaders and agile scrum masters

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Tips for Effective Corrective Action Plans

  • Be inclusive. Involve the whole team or group.
  • Use technology to involve people in different locations rather than miss their contribution.
  • Minimize Groupthink by brainstorming ideas individually.
  • Be specific rather than broad when defining ideas.
  • Keep things positive. Remind people they are helping to build solutions and avoid the ‘blame game’.
  • Provide adequate time in the session for people to share their ideas.
  • Monitor outcomes, if improvements aren’t observed revisit the process.

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How to Use the Corrective Action Plan Template

The Corrective Action Plan is a map designed to facilitate a collaborative approach to identifying and addressing issues in the workplace.

Start by making sure all stakeholders impacted by issues have access to the map. Using an online collaborative tool such as GroupMap allows those stakeholders to engage both in person and remotely. It can also allow for the group to share their input either synchronously or asynchronously depending on their availability.

As one section of the map leads to the next, it is best to work through it one column at a time. First have the group decide upon the top three issues it will discuss. Then have them settle on the corrective actions they will use to address them. Finally, have the group identify the various metrics that will be used to track success in the ‘Measurement’ column.

Brainstorm

Add ideas one column at a time

Like/Dislike

Indicate which ideas you support

Action

Share and implement agreed actions

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GroupMap offers more than just an online digital whiteboard—it’s innovative platform is designed to enhance the quality of your team’s decisions. With features that prevent bias and make facilitation seamless, GroupMap ensures no single voice dominates and ensures productive, inclusive conversations. 

Its intuitive interface is easy for anyone to use, and its scalable design supports small teams and large groups whether they are face to face or around the globe. Customisable templates and workflows keep discussions focused on objectives, helping you drive actionable outcomes each and every time.

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