Ops in a Box
Ops in a Box aims to guarantee the execution of high-quality research and assessment projects.
DORIS employees and contractors should follow these guidelines to maintain consistency and transparency.
0 :: Using this Resource
This book contains a general overview of how to use Ops in a Box.
1:: Project Launch
This phase begins after the project has been sold. Its purpose is to set the strategy and logistics for the project.
2 :: Project Orientation
In this phase, the project participants are introduced to DORIS, the project, and how they will engage with us.
3 :: Challenge Seeking
This phase examines the current state of the organization or problem space. It includes all of the data collection methods that...
4 :: Challenge Defining
In Challenge Defining, DORIS synthesizes all the data gathered in Challenge Seeking. Problems or opportunities are presented as...
5 :: Solution Seeking
Challenge statements spur facilitated sessions where stakeholders generate many solutions using divergent thinking methods. The...
6 :: Solution Defining
In Solution Defining, DORIS synthesizes all the data gathered in Solution Seeking into criteria for solutions that leaders may ...
7 :: Project Conclusion
This step begins with scheduling a post-project reflection meeting and ends with creating project takeaways.
Participant Communications
Communications begin with 2 :: Project Orientation and continue through to the end
Assessment
Assessments are smaller, truncated projects that do not allow for as much client customization. Unlike a research project, t...