The Pizza Innovation Process is off to a good start. 47 faculty, staff & students enjoyed some pizza and brainstormed ideas to help shape MIIS. To get involved, join the Pizza Process Social Network.
The party started with a small group icebreaker activity where teams created pizzas with a topping for each member and a name that described the whole pizza. The pizza process was then introduced followed by great conversations about the definition of innovation, barriers and drivers to innovation, and some tips for success in the process. The party ended with pizza for all and ideas shared with the group.
If you couldn’t make the party, you’re not out of the process! Interested innovators can join our social network and form a pizza group. To “officially” register your group, set up an appointment with Lynn McDonald. Groups should be diverse, passionate and fun to work towards finding solutions and making a better MIIS. Ideas will be shared with the entire community on April 16th at the Idea Fair.
Last years pizza process produced the DMC, CNS Second Life and Delcats along with some good ideas that 
just didn’t stick. Innovation is a risk, but also an invaluable learning experience with idea sharing and organizational development. Groups this year will be working on building community, connecting with alumni, understanding and incorporating competition, building a knowledge base and so much more!
For more information, contact Lynn McDonald at lynn.mcdonald@miis.edu or ext. 4633. Join us for this pizza journey!