System Playbook
We love to describe all parts of an innovation management system in a "system playbook". Learn more about important chapters in this article.
Kai Dierkesmann
Business Design Coach
A "System Playbook" is a brief document (as Powerpoint, Word document or web-based Wiki) that describes all essential parts of an innovation management system. The purpose of the document is usually to create a shared understanding among employees or a project team what the desired work mode looks like to design innovation and new business. We usually integrate the following chapters:
Welcome note from CEO
Contents
Vision and mission of innovation management system
Link to company's strategy 202X / "Picture of the Future"
Objectives / OKRs and measurement
Key stakeholders
Collaboration within the company
Interfaces to other processes
Tools & methods (selection)
Work mode & guiding principles
Roles & responsibilities
Governance model
Stakeholder management & reporting
Resource allocation & budget
A "System Playbook" is a living document. Don't try to find the "perfect" system. This system doesn't exist and may change over time. It is important to reflect the performance of your current system in short review sessions and refine it based on your learnings. Keep the "System Playbook" always up-to-date.