Prototyping Challenge

Prototype

Prototyping: Unfolding Models

A good social project idea requires a smart business and operational model to really understand how to make it work, who's involved and what makes it sustainable over the long term.

Mature natural systems do everything we want to do. They self organise into a diverse and integrated community of organisms. With NextPlays we prototype enterprise models that are inspired by natural systems and turn ideas into smart models, valuable propositions that are economically viable, sustainable and deliver positive social impact.

NextPlays Prototyping Labs use a unique platform and design principles to pull multiple enterprise models through various stages of development - from germination to growth and maturity. Along the way, each model is tested, refined and ultimately selected as business cases  that can be pitched for investment, support and acceleration.

Case StudiesPitch

Prototype

Testing

Presentation
PROTOTYPING LABS
TESTING AND SUPPORT
PRE-INCUBATION
  • We review the Community Innovation model and/or project pathways;
  • We prototype and test a range of operational and business models using  design principles inspired by natural systems;
  • We stage projects from germination to growth and maturity.
  • We develop business and operational plans;
  • We map business, investment and community support for designated projects;
  • We test results against plausible current and future needs.
  • We prepare a business, investment and development plan;
  • We present this to the various stakeholders for their approval. 
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