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IDEA TIME
This dimension refers to the extent to which employees have the time to generate and consider new ideas. This dimension focuses on the time allowed and encouraged in an organization regarding the generation of new ideas.
| Low Idea Time | High Idea Time |
|---|---|
| Organizations with low levels of idea time are characterised by systems that account for every minute in terms of actions of employees. Pressure is put upon members of these organizations to account for their time and thinking that falls outside of these planned routes of action is either discouraged or unavailable. | Organizations characterised by climates with high levels of idea time are those in which individuals are encouraged to spend time generating ideas. Possibilities exist within these organizations to debate and test new suggestions which have not been planned for in the task assignment. Organizations with high levels of idea time allow for individuals to use their time to discuss possibilities. |
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The great thing about the Dolphin Index is the opportunity to benchmark your climate against the world outside - and get feedback that says 'It doesn't have to be like that!'
David Mayle, Head of the Open University Business School's Centre for Innovation, Knowledge & Enterprise
The Dolphin Index is a really useful tool for clearly identifying our strengths and areas for improvement.
Jo North, Commercial Director, Northern Rail
The Dolphin Index has been an important tool in Nestle Rowntree’s strategy to develop a broad innovation culture across the business and to remove the mystique that so often surrounds creativity and innovation.
Creativity Development Manager, Nestle Rowntree
The Dolphin Index is the ideal tool for assessing your climate and so for understanding the levers to pull so as to make the enterprise more dynamic, innovative and successful.
Nick Gurney, Former CEO Bristol City Council