Methodology
A structured approach to explore innovation ecosystems
Each Innovation Safari is based on a structured methodology designed to help organizations explore innovation ecosystems, discover emerging technologies and transform insights into strategic opportunities.
The Innovation Safari Methodology© combines ecosystem exploration, curated experiences and practical frameworks to guide explorers (participants) through a complete innovation journey.
To experience innovation like never before!
Innovation Safari is not simply a visit to innovation centers. It is a carefully designed process that connects purpose, technologies, hotspots and outcomes.
This proven methodology ensures that each Innovation Safari generates meaningful insights and practical results.
1. Hotspot Scanning
Identifying the places where innovation happens
The first step of the methodology focuses on identifying relevant innovation hotspots.
These are organizations and environments where new technologies, ideas and collaborations are actively shaping the future.
Examples of hotspots include:
- research centers
- startup ecosystems
- corporate innovation labs
- universities and technology hubs
- public innovation initiatives
- among others
Through systematic analysis of innovation ecosystems, datasets and technology trends, relevant hotspots are identified and categorized. Learn more about INNOVATION SAFARI HOTSPOTS.
Advanced tagging and data analysis techniques help connect topics, technologies and innovation actors.
This process allows the creation of curated exploration paths adapted to different themes and industries.
2. Personalization Process
Designing a Safari tailored to explorers (participants)
Every Innovation Safari is designed around the needs and interests of the explorers.
The personalization process ensures that each experience is aligned with the strategic objectives of the explorers and their organizations.
This process includes several steps.
Customer Profiles
Understanding who the participants are and what innovation challenges they face.
Topic Detection
Identifying the themes and technologies most relevant to the participants.
Curation
Selecting appropriate hotspots, topics and expected outcomes.
Paths
Designing the Innovation Safari Path by combining hotspot visits with learning activities.
The result is a curated exploration journey that connects explorers with the most relevant innovation environments.
3. Innovation Safari Canvas
The core design framework
The Innovation Safari Canvas© is the central tool used to design and structure Innovation Safari experiences.
The Canvas ensures that all key elements of the Safari are aligned.
The main elements of the Canvas include:
Customer Profiles
Understanding the background and expectations of explorers.
Purpose
Clarifying why the Innovation Safari is organized and what it aims to achieve.
Themes and Topics
Defining the innovation areas that will guide the experience.
Technologies
Exploring disruptive technologies relevant to the Safari.
Hotspots
Selecting the organizations and ecosystems to be visited.
Activities
Designing workshops, discussions and interactive sessions.
Training
Providing structured learning components during the experience.
Guides and Sherpas
Facilitating the exploration through experienced innovation guides.
The Canvas transforms the Safari from a simple visit into a structured learning and exploration experience.
4. Outcome Follow-up
Turning exploration into impact
The final stage of the methodology focuses on capturing insights and translating them into action.
Innovation Safaris are designed to generate outcomes that can support innovation initiatives within participating organizations.
This includes:
- identifying opportunities for collaboration
- generating ideas for innovation projects
- exploring new technologies and business models
- connecting participants with innovation ecosystems
The follow-up stage helps participants transform inspiration into concrete initiatives.
Learn – Design – Engage
The Innovation Safari experience follows a simple but powerful progression:
Learn
Explorers scout innovation ecosystems and discover emerging technologies and trends.
Design
Explorers generate ideas and explore new concepts inspired by what they observe.
Engage
Explorers connect with innovators and ecosystems that can support future innovation projects.
This progression ensures that Innovation Safaris combine inspiration, learning and practical outcomes.
A methodology for exploring innovation
Innovation Safari provides organizations with a structured way to explore innovation ecosystems and discover opportunities that might otherwise remain hidden.
By combining ecosystem scanning, curated experiences and practical design frameworks, the methodology transforms exploration into a powerful tool for innovation.