New Agora Paper: Gaining consensus in
projects
The problem with any
group of stakeholders in a project is building consensus on the correct course
of action at any given decision point. But getting that decision “right” is even
more vital than gaining group agreement. To that end, one SDP process called
2-phased WebScope methodology could be an invaluable tool in analyzing
innovative ideas or technologies. Consider the Virtual Retinal Display (VRD)
technology that already exists but is still very expensive and has not moved to
the mass market. The WebScope methodology could be used to facilitate
discussions among experts on whether the VRD is ready for the general market or
what other improvements might be needed to get there. A triggering question to
initiate discussion could be as simple as, “What does the VRD need to move it
to mass production?”
Other “Forces” to beware of during
project development?
Social and Political:
Never underestimate the power of conformity. Failure to use the SDP process or
similar methodology can produce undesired results. At one end of the spectrum
you could have a powerful personality in the group who dominates discussions
and gets the group to adopt his/her point of view. At the other end of the spectrum you could
have a group members that try so hard to minimize conflict you wind up with a
product no one really wants or supports.
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Here is the New Agora
paper
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