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IDEO - How Might We?

Every problem is a design opportunity. Frame challenges as "How Might We" questions to drive innovative solutions. This exercise, adapted from the LUMA collection, reframes problems into actionable opportunities.

Duration
1.1 hours
Group Size
6-12
Category
IDEO
Difficulty
Easy
Energy
Medium

Objectives

The goal is to transform insight statements into open-ended questions. These questions should suggest multiple approaches and guide brainstorming.

Outcomes


  • "How Might We" questions ready for ideation.

  • Reframed challenges ready for brainstorming.

  • A solid foundation for solution generation.

Step-by-Step Instructions


  1. Review existing insight statements. Organize by themes or priority.

  2. Rephrase insights as "How Might We" questions. Focus on opportunities, not problems.

  3. Evaluate questions. Ensure they allow multiple solutions but aren't too broad or narrow.

  4. Test questions. Quickly generate 5-10 solutions to validate question quality. It's okay if some questions need further refinement.

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Facilitator Tips

Use these questions to kick off brainstorming. Test the questions by generating quick solutions. Refine if they are too broad or restrictive. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, a question just doesn't spark ideas – it happens.

Pre-Work

For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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Materials Required


  • Insight statements

  • Pens

  • Post-it notes

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Resources & Templates

Figma: How Might We
Figma: How Might We template
IDEO DesignKit: How Might We
DesignKit: How Might We
IDF: How Might We (HMW)
IDF: How Might We (HMW)
Miro: How Might We
Miro How Might We template
Mural: How Might We Template
Mural: How Might We template
NNG: How Might We
NNG: How Might We

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