Crackerjack Visual Thinking

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  • Creating a rich picture of the Institute of Asphalt Technology’s new 5 year vision #visualthinking

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    Recently, Crackerjack Visual Thinking has been working with the Institute of Asphalt Technology (IAT) to visualise their new 5 year vision. The aim of the project was to create a rich picture that engages, informs and drives conversation about the IATs new vision amongst its members, other institutes and the wider industry. To create the rich picture (shown above), we used the following process:

    STEP 1: We reviewed a written version of the vision consisting of a number of bullet points against each of the key elements of the new vision. We then asked clarifying questions to ensure we fully understood the new vision and how it would be used by the IAT.

    STEP 2: We created an initial version of the vision rich picture and then worked closely with key stakeholders from the IAT (including its President Geraldine Walsh) to further develop the graphic.

    STEP 3: The IAT vision rich picture was then shared with the IAT Executive Committee for approval. We were very pleased to hear that the committee were extremely positive in their comments about the rich picture and only minor amendments were required before the rich picture was officially signed-off.

    STEP 4: The new IAT vision rich picture was launched at the IATs 50th Anniversary Conference which took place in June 2016. Crackerjack also provided live-scribing/graphic recording on the day of the conference to capture key themes and outputs from the event as they happened:

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    The IAT vision rich picture will now be shared both electronically and in printed format in IAT publications. It will form the basis of discussions about what the IAT does, what the result of its strategy will be and the impact this will have in the wider world.

    After the conference Geraldine Walsh, President of the IAT provided the following feedback:

    “John of Crackerjack Visual Thinking was employed by the Institute of Asphalt Technology to create both a rich picture of our new vision and a graphic recording of our 50thanniversary conference. It is evident from the quality of his work that he has a true talent not only in terms of creating  the actual artwork itself but also in terms of listening, understanding and interpreting our requirements. His work is outstanding on many levels. Never before have I received such positive commentary on any project.  Thank you John – it was a pleasure to work with you.”

    We were extremely pleased to have this testimonial from Geraldine about our work.

    To find out more about the work of Crackerjack Visual Thinking, please contact us or visit www.crackerjackvisualthinking.com

  • Great feedback from the Woodland Trust on their 10 Year Vision ‘rich picture’ created by www.crackerjackvisualthinking.com #engagement #visual #e4s

    Woodland Trust 10 Year Vision

    “John [from Crackerjack Visual Thinking] took the information relating to our 10 year vision and represented it in a really clear way that made perfect sense.”

    Anne Lightowler – Head of HR Woodland Trust

    “The 10 Year Vision rich picture [created by Crackerjack Visual Thinking] will be an accessible reminder of what we are all about and what we are aiming to achieve. It works really well and encapsulates our strategy at a high level, giving everyone the wider context.”

    Becky Speight – CEO Woodland Trust

    For more information visit www.crackerjackvisualthinking.com

  • Engage your people through visual thinking…

    Are you wanting to engage more fully with your people and help them see that their organisation wants and values their thoughts, ideas and opinions?

    Do you have an opportunity to meet with your people in the next few weeks (e.g. a meeting, conference or event)?

    If so, Crackerjack Visual Thinking would be happy to have a (no obligation) discussion with you to explore how visual thinking tools and techniques can help you truly connect and engage with your people.

    To contact Crackerjack, please click here.

    We look forward to talking with you!

  • Ever not been able to get your idea across to someone?

    Have you ever been trying to explain an idea to someone and not been able to get your concept across to them?

    Have you then grabbed a piece of paper and drawn a quick picture to help them understand your thinking?

    If so, you’ve already used a visual thinking technique!

    Now think about how this visual approach used across your business could help improve communication and understanding in your organisation…

  • How can Visual Thinking help your organisation?

    Someone asked me the other day how Visual Thinking can really help organisations? Here are three ways in which I think Visual Thinking and a visual approach to sharing information can benefit a business:

    • Communicating your thinking to colleagues quickly and effectively.
    • Supporting ‘pitches’ and tenders for work by helping potential clients ‘see’ your thoughts and ideas.
    • Communicating complex ideas to people who don’t have prior knowledge and understanding of a subject.

    #Visualthinkingbusinessbenefit