How do I make a business case for a Hack Event?

Hackathons offer a unique process of intense collaboration, where multidiscipline teams attack a problem with rapid iteration and multidiscipline thinking.

I work in an old-fashioned organisation. They are very risk averse. How might I make the case for a Hack Event?

How do I make the business case for a Hack Event?

The best approach is to firstly outline the benefits, and then address common fears. There are Hack Events going on every day, all around the world, so point to some of those too.

Making the case for a Hack Event

Set out the benefits – See our Hackathon Benefits Best Practise post here.
Address common fears and concerns.
Point to a clear plan, and best practise.
Use a Hack Event Canvas template to communicate clearly.

Are you short on time?

Use these templates to help with this Best Practice:

Hackathon Business Case Guide & Template (PPT and Keynote)

The business case guide template for your Innovation Hackathon Event: Argue the benefits to your organisation and staff using these 60 slides of guidance and templates.

See: Hackathon Business Case Guide & Template (PPT and Keynote)

Hack Day Event Template Discount Bundle

This Hack Day Event Template Discount Bundle guides you through the Hack Event design and delivery process. Achieve your goal and avoid common mistakes.

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2 Day Hackathon Event Guide – Simple Step by Step for success, and avoid the common mistakes

This 70 slide PPT tells you how to run an “in person” 2-day Hack Event, and helps you with tips and problems to avoid so that you can maximise your Hackathon Event success.

See: 2 Day Hackathon Event Guide – Simple Step by Step for success, and avoid the common mistakes

Business Topics that support this Best Practice

Leadership and Strategic Guidance

PESTELE Analysis PPT Template 2024 – with Ethical Factors

Do you want to conduct a PESTELE analysis for your business or project? Our PESTELE Analysis PPT Template 2024 is an ideal cheat sheet to support PESTELE workshops and product planning, with a special emphasis on Ethical factors.

See: PESTELE Analysis PPT Template 2024 – with Ethical Factors

STEEPLED Analysis PPT – Cheat Sheet Updated for 2024

This STEEPLED Analysis PPT with Cheat Sheet enables you to brainstorm and workshop all aspects of your product or service, in your exact market setting. The cheat sheets enable you to prompt your teams’ thinking in each STEEPLED factor area so that you can maximise your chances of successful market fit.

See: STEEPLED Analysis PPT – Cheat Sheet Updated for 2024

Lean Business Model Canvas PowerPoint with Tips and Guidance

Are you struggling with your Lean Canvas? Use this Lean Business Model Canvas Powerpoint to get help at every stage from professionals.

See: Lean Business Model Canvas PowerPoint with Tips and Guidance

The Agile Release Planning Template Discount Bundle

Are you looking for a way to create and present your Agile Release Planning? This bundle is the perfect solution. You can use Powerpoint and Excel to create an amazing plan that will help you deliver your product with confidence.

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