The LEAP process

LEAP provides a reliably tested framework and structure for conceiving and developing profound innovations. Profound innovations are thus no longer achieved by mere chance, but emerge as the result of a generic knowledge process. The process is equally suitable for the creation of a new product or development of a new strategy, regardless of type and size of the organisation and of the type of innovation (product, service, business model, organisational structure, process, strategy, etc.).

Phases of the LEAP process

The LEAP process, which lasts 4 to 8 months, is organised in seven phases in the form of workshops that are referred to as “ Learning to see”, “ Dialogue on innovation fields”, “Experiencing potentialities”, “Emergent design”, “Prototyping”, etc. In addition to the individual workshops, the team is also assisted in dealing with various organisational issues concerning the realisation of the innovation project (in innovation coaching sessions); e.g. communication strategy, management approval, small-scale partial implementation and adjustment the existing corporate structures and processes. The LEAP process also serves as a tool for personnel development.

The Enabling Space as sustaining framework

The LEAP process does not take place in a vacuum. It is carried out in a container within which Emergent Innovation is assisted to emerge. It provides a framework enabling new perspectives, thoughts and knowledge.