Main Discussion Area

Main Discussion Area
Main Discussion Area
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This area will be used throughout each day of the course for class lectures and discussions. Please ensure the following:

  • LCD projector with a laptop connection
  • Projection screen
  • Seating for all participants and observers
  • (Optional) 2 flip charts with markers
  • (Optional) Laptop connection for sound

NOTE: The number of tables and seats will depend upon the number of attendees and the number of teams.

Team Discussions & Decision-Making Areas

This is where team computers are set up and team analysis and decision-
making take place.

Teams can work in separate rooms, or they can all be combined into a single large room. If using separate rooms please make sure the rooms are located close to one another.

Each team work-space must be provided with:

NOTE: Please make sure that the tables are located within four feet of a power outlet (preferably against a wall).

 

Team Discussions & Decision-Making Area
Team Discussions & Decision-Making Area
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We can be very flexible with facility configuration.
Below are a few alternatives.

Room Layout #1

Combined Main Area and Team Decision-Making Areas

Combines the Main Discussion Area with the Team Discussions & Decision-Making Areas in one extra-large room

  • Most popular choice
  • Most cost effective
  • Facilitates communication among all participants
Combined Main Area and Team Decision-Making Areas
Combined Main Area and Team Decision-Making Areas
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Room Layout #2

Shared Team Decision-Making Area

One large room that combines all the Team Discussions & Decision-Making Areas and a second room for the Main Discussion Area

  • Good communication among all participants
  • More working room for participants
  • Higher cost
Shared Team Discussions & Decision-Making Area
Shared Team Discussions & Decision-Making Area
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Main Discussion Area
Main Discussion Area
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Room Layout #3

Separate Team Decision-Making Areas

Separate rooms for the Team Discussions & Decision-Making Areas plus one large room for the Main Discussion Area

  • Minimal team distractions
  • Highest cost
  • Extra travel distance and time
Separate Team Decision-Making Areas
Separate Team Decision-Making Areas
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Main Discussion Area
Main Discussion Area
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Note that in all Room Layouts:

  • Tables are in a “T-shaped” configuration
  • Diagram shows 4 to 6 teams; adjust for your number of teams/participants
T-shaped tables
T-shaped tables
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